5 Pakistanis were harmed when ‘regional extremist aspects’ targeted hostels and houses of international pupils in Kyrgyzstan’s capital Bishkek. Pakistan summoned Kyrgyz Ambassador Melis Moldaliev to the Foreign Office and demanded “all feasible procedures” for the protection of the pupils, encouraging them to remain indoors up until the circumstance de-escalates.
140 Pakistani students, stranded in Bishkek, arrived in Lahore on Saturday night. Interior Minsiter Mohsin Naqvi received them at Allama Iqbal International Airport, with even more students anticipated to get here on Sunday.
The violence erupted adhering to a battle between Kyrgyz and Egyptian students on May 13. Video clips of the event went viral, leading to a strike on hostels and exclusive residences of international trainees. While the scenario is said to be in control, Pakistani students are suggested to stay inside.
Hasan Zaigham, Pakistan’s ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, reported that ‘neighborhood extremist aspects’ attacked six hostels and private houses, wounding 14. The embassy is in contact with local authorities to guarantee the safety of Pakistani studentss.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared problem over the physical violence and routed the ambassador to give required support. He also instructed Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to check out Bishkek in addition to Kashmir Affairs Minister Amir Muqam to ensure medical centers and testimonial repatriation plans for the hurt pupils.