Tag: pakistan election
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Pakistan’s Political Stalemate: PTI and Muslim League Vie for Coalition Partners Amid Election Disputes
In the recent parliamentary elections in Pakistan, independent candidates supported by the jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have secured the most seats, with the rival Muslim League, led by another former Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif, coming in second. Neither party has achieved a majority, prompting both to seek coalition partners. Protests have erupted among…
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Delayed Pakistani Election Results Amid Internet Shutdown and Allegations of Vote Rigging
In the aftermath of the polls in Pakistan, significant delays in election results have raised concerns and discussions about the integrity of the electoral process. The Election Commission of Pakistan attributes the slow vote counting to the shutdown of internet and phone services during the election, citing security reasons. This explanation, however, has faced criticism…
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Pakistan Election Marred by Violence and Mobile Service Disruptions
The recent elections in Pakistan have been marred by instances of violence and the government’s decision to suspend mobile services in various parts of the country. These developments have raised concerns about the safety and fairness of the electoral process, potentially impacting voter turnout and the overall integrity of the elections. DW News is a…
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Deadly Bomb Attacks in Pakistan Kill Over 20 on Eve of Parliamentary Elections
On the eve of Pakistan’s parliamentary elections, two bomb attacks in the southwestern province of Baluchistan have resulted in over 26 fatalities and dozens of injuries. These incidents occurred outside political offices in the District of Pishin and the city of Kila Saifullah, exacerbating the already tense security situation in the country amidst a surge…