Pakistan Election Results Live: Khan & Sharif Claim Win

Pakistan is entering a phase of negotiation and agreement-making following the election results, which indicated no clear majority. As the final results continue to emerge, independent candidates who are loyal to the imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan have surpassed expectations and taken the lead. Both Khan and his main opponent, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, have claimed victory in the election. However, it is important to note that this election was marred by violence caused by armed groups and a widely criticized suspension of mobile phone services, leading to accusations of “political engineering”.

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According to PTI spokesman Raoof Hasan, the party anticipates a forthcoming “legal battle” as they navigate the aftermath of the election. Hasan highlighted that Form 45s, which indicate the results, were distributed to both victorious candidates and those losing prior to midnight on the election day. Consequently, the authenticity of these forms has come into question, necessitating a legal process to determine their validity.

Additionally, Hasan expressed concerns about corruption prevalent in Pakistan’s political landscape, and raised fears that other parties may attempt to sway elected candidates. However, he noted that the PTI has attracted a significant number of intellectually-driven young individuals in recent years, making it more challenging to compromise their principles.