"Pakistan's 2024 Election Upset: Imran Khan's Backers Take Lead Despite Slow Vote Count"
TL;DR
Pakistan's 2024 general elections were marred by allegations of rigging, with Imran Khan barred from running and the military perceived as backing Nawaz Sharif. Despite expectations of a Sharif victory, independent candidates backed by Khan led the race, prompting Sharif to seek a coalition government. The military's influence in politics, economic crisis, and ongoing power struggles have created a turbulent political landscape, with implications for Pakistan's future governance.
Topics:worldpolitics#general-elections#imran-khan#military-interference#nawaz-sharif#pakistan#politics
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