Pakistan Election Sees High Turnout and Surprises Despite Obstacles
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Despite obstacles like court verdicts against Imran Khan's party and low expected turnout, Pakistan's 2024 election saw high participation and surprising upsets.
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Imran Khan's PTI party performed very strongly, sweeping KP and Punjab, but saw sudden reversals of fortunes overnight amid rigging allegations.
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The election commission's poor organization and government interference raised concerns, with international criticism about flawed procedures.
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While some positives like minority victories emerged, post-election violence broke out in places and losers disputed results.
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The defiant vote for Imran Khan's PTI shows his enduring popularity, but real change requires embracing parliament and opposing undemocratic forces.