The US Embassy in Islamabad announced that consulates in Lahore and Karachi will restart regular consular services from July 20, 2026.This follows a suspension since March 2026 after violent protests erupted during the US-Israel conflict with Iran.In Karachi, clashes near the consulate on Mai Kolachi Road resulted in 10 deaths, with law enforcement using tear gas and baton charges.US Marines reportedly fired on protesters, while Islamabad saw two deaths and over 30 injuries during similar clashes.The State Department ordered non-emergency staff and families to leave Pakistan in March due to security risks.In May, the consulate in Peshawar began phased closure, shifting operations to Islamabad.The decision, noted as unrelated to the Iran conflict, reflects broader federal agency downsizing.The resumption marks a gradual return to normal operations after prolonged security concerns.