The Pakistan Government on Saturday issued a travel advisory for its citizens amid escalating unrest in Iran, advising against non-essential travel and urging extreme caution for Pakistanis currently in the country.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Pakistani citizens should postpone travel to Iran until the situation stabilises.

Those already in Iran are advised to limit movement and exercise heightened vigilance.

In case of emergencies, Pakistanis in Iran can contact the Pakistani diplomatic staff for assistance.

The advisory notes that the government is closely monitoring developments and taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens.

A Crisis Management Unit has also been established at the Pakistani embassy in Tehran to provide round the clock support, with contact numbers and landlines shared for immediate assistance, according to Ambassador Mudassir Tipu.

Reports indicate that violent protests in various Iranian cities have intensified, resulting in at least 217 fatalities.

Damage to public and private property includes 26 banks, 25 mosques, and multiple fire trucks.

Police stations have also been attacked, causing injuries to security personnel, and around 2,500 people have been detained.

Internet services across the country have once again been suspended.