Explained: What’s Next In Pakistan Election Deadlock

A prime ministerial candidate has to show a simple majority of 169 seats in the National Assembly. Islamabad: Pakistan’s national election ended with no party winning a majority in parliament, in polls marred by militant violence, political turmoil and questions of transparency. Former prime ministers and bitter rivals Nawaz SharifRead More →

Pakistan Vote Count Ends, Imran Khan’s Supporters Clash With Forces

Police warned earlier they would come down hard on illegal gatherings Islamabad: Police fired tear gas to disperse supporters of jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan Sunday after his party urged protests outside election offices where they said rigging had taken place in last week’s national vote. Clashes wereRead More →