An overview of the chaotic Pakistan elections in 2024 marred by violence, delays, and controversy.
The Pakistan elections in 2024 were anything but smooth sailing. Amidst concerns of rigging, violence, and soaring inflation, the polls closed after a tumultuous day. Female voters in Lahore continued to flock to polling stations, reminiscent of Imran Khan's victory in 2018. The election day witnessed mobile internet shutdowns and security threats, with at least nine people losing their lives to poll-related violence. The suspense and delays in counting the votes added to the drama, leaving the nation on edge.
As the day unfolded, the election process faced unprecedented challenges. Projections of results were slower than anticipated, fueling speculation and anxiety among the electorate. Pakistan's caretaker prime minister highlighted the struggle to ensure free and fair elections amidst pre-poll rigging allegations. Despite these hurdles, millions of Pakistanis eagerly awaited the election results, hoping for a transparent outcome in a climate of economic hardship and political polarization.
Interesting Facts: 1. Imran Khan, the former prime minister, faced ousting in a no-confidence vote almost two years before the 2024 elections. 2. The UK and Pakistan share a longstanding relationship, supported by strong connections between their people. The international community expressed concerns over the irregularities in the electoral process, calling for thorough investigations into the election discrepancies.
Millions were voting in a new government amid soaring inflation, rising violence and rigging claims.
With less than 10 minutes left, female voters continued to flock to a polling station in Lahore. PTI leader Imran Khan won here in 2018. Voters here have ...
Caretaker government says it took decision for security reasons after two bomb blasts targeted election offices.
At least nine people were killed in Pakistan in poll-related violence and attacks as the country's 240 million population votes to elect their new ...
Following the internet shutdown in Pakistan as the country holds its general elections today, Livia Saccardi, Interim Deputy Director for South Asia at ...
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The caretaker prime minister of Pakistan has told Sky News there is no attempt to "target a specific party or group" amid claims of pre-poll rigging and ...
Thursday's general elections came amid economic woes and continued political polarization. After voting began, authorities cut mobile phone and internet ...
Nine people, including two children, were killed in attacks throughout Thursday. The interior ministry also said mobile phone services, ...
Election officials are calling for results to be speeded up, after delays in announcing vote tallies.
The election comes almost two years since the previous prime minister, cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan, was ousted in a no-confidence vote. Three-time PM ...
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About 128 million voters were registered to vote in national and state elections amid political and economic challenges.
Early results are starting to trickle in for the National Assembly, a day after the country went to the polls.
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The results of Pakistan's elections were being delayed by connectivity issues a day after the vote that was marred by sporadic violence, a mobile phone ...
Votes are being counted after yesterday's general election which was marred by the suspension of mobile phone services and violent unrest · Many analysts say ...
Supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan are slightly ahead in early election results, after vote counts were hit by delays following a mobile ...
Low turnout, lack of mobilisation efforts, and violent attacks in certain areas characterised the Pakistan elections, while some political parties offered ...
Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron said: The UK and Pakistan enjoy a close and long-standing relationship, underpinned by strong links between our people. Following ...
However the PML-N, led by pre-election frontrunner Nawaz Sharif, can currently claim to be the largest party. What is clear is that Imran Khan's PTI party has ...
We commend Pakistani poll workers, civil society, journalists and election observers for their work to protect and uphold Pakistan's democratic and electoral ...
Results so far show wins for candidates aligned with former PM Imran Khan's party, followed by PMLN and PPP contenders.
Pakistan Elections: US, UK, and EU have expressed concerns about the election process in Pakistan.
Countries including the US and UK called for authorities to investigate reported irregularities in Pakistan's election. Pakistan Elections. Supporters of ...
The European Union takes note of the completion of the polling in the general elections, which took place on 8 February in Pakistan, following several months of postponement and uncertainty, and in a context of a tense security environment.