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'Disproportionate' use of force against PoK protesters, polls not credible: Pakistan's human rights body

Pakistan's human rights body questioned the PoK election's credibility. The state used disproportionate force against protesters, deepening polarization. Longstanding grievances fueled unrest and institutional distrust in the region. India called the PoK elections a complete farce and criticized Pakistan's actions. The report urged an independent investigation into all deaths and…

The Economic Times

Iftikhar Gillani elected PoK PM after polls marred by protests, rigging claims

Barrister Iftikhar Ali Gillani was elected prime minister of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Friday. He secured 30 votes in the legislative assembly while his challenger received 14 votes. Recent elections were marred by violent protests and widespread allegations of rigging. Gillani was elected on a reserved seat after losing a direct…

The Economic Times

Political differences should never run into animosity, says Nawaz Sharif amid acrimony with PPP

Nawaz Sharif called for a cessation of political hostility among parties, responding to grievances from the PPP regarding the recent elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The PPP accused the elections of being marred by rigging and violence following the announcement of results. India perceives these elections as a maneuver to mask…

The Economic Times

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PML-N set to form 'government' in PoK after two former 'premiers' lose strongholds in third phase

Two former so-called prime ministers of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) lost their traditional strongholds in the third phase of elections, according to unofficial results released on Tuesday, while incumbent premier Faisal Mumtaz Rathore of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) retained his seat.

The Times of India

Pakistani Politician Wins Election While on UK Police Bail Over Manchester Rape Allegations

Rukhsar Ahmed, recently elected to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, faces serious allegations of child trafficking and rape in Manchester, sparking public outrage and legal challenges.

International Business Times UK

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi face ‘terrorism’ charges after Islamabad protests

The latest charges against Pakistan’s former PM and his wife add to mounting political tensions.

Al Jazeera

What’s behind Pakistan’s move to ban Imran Khan’s PTI?

Analysts say the move could have been triggered by recent legal wins for the PTI — but could backfire on the government.

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Imran Khan’s PTI scores major win in Pakistan battle for reserved seats

Former PM’s party to get key parliament seats, denying the ruling coalition a two-thirds majority.

Al Jazeera

Where is Ahmad Farhad? The mysterious case of Pakistan’s missing poet

Farhad has been missing for a week. His family blames Pakistan’s spy agency but the government denies holding him.

Al Jazeera

A year since Pakistan’s May 9 riots: A timeline of political upheaval

Nationwide riots on this ‘dark day’ last year triggered a months-long political crisis that saw ex-PM Imran Khan jailed.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif files plea for acquittal in Toshakhana case

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo on Tuesday filed a plea in an accountability court for acquittal in the Toshakhana case. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Ahead of congressional hearing, US worried over Pakistan ‘electoral abuse’

Donald Lu, a senior State Department official, made the comments in written testimony.

Al Jazeera

The military’s continuing hold over Pakistan

Pakistan's election drama ends with Shehbaz Sharif as Prime Minister, raising concerns about military interference and political instability.

The Hindu

‘Inflection point’: US hearing on Pakistan shines light on complex ties

Many Congress members have asked Joe Biden to not recognise Pakistan’s new government, after controversial elections.

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Pakistan PM Sharif holds icebreaker meeting with opposition PTI leader

The meeting was the first sign of the PTI and Sharif’s PMLN parties showing a willingness to accept their differences.

Al Jazeera

Who is Muhammad Aurangzeb, the man tasked with fixing Pakistan’s economy?

A veteran banker, Aurangzeb is a political outsider who analysts say must grapple with IMF reforms and crippling debt.

Al Jazeera

Asif Ali Zardari elected Pakistan’s president for second time

Pakistani lawmakers vote for return of widower of Benazir Bhutto after elections marred by rigging claims.

Al Jazeera

Army brat to ‘anti-establishment’ face: Who is Pakistan’s Omar Ayub Khan?

His grandfather led Pakistan’s first military coup. Is PTI’s Omar Ayub Khan the democracy champion his country needs?

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The Guardian - UK

Shehbaz Sharif elected as prime minister of Pakistan

Nominated candidate of eight-party coalition takes office after gathering of national assembly

International Business Times

Shehbaz Sharif Voted In As Pakistan's Prime Minister For Second Time

Shehbaz Sharif was voted in on Sunday as Pakistan's prime minister for a second time, presiding over a shaky alliance that has shut out followers of jailed opposition leader Imran Khan.

Dynamite News

Shehbaz Sharif poised to take Pakistan PM's seat for second time

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif, who is the prime ministerial candidate for the newly-formed eight-party alliance, is poised to take the PM's seat for the second time. Read further on Dynamite News:

International Business Times

Shehbaz Sharif: Pakistan's Compromise Candidate Prime Minister

Shehbaz Sharif, set to be named Pakistan's prime minister for a second time on Sunday, has stepped to the fore as a compromise candidate suited to turbulent times.

Al Jazeera

As Pakistan’s newly elected parliament meets, a look at the PM candidates

While ex-PM Shehbaz Sharif of the PMLN bloc is frontrunner, independents backed by Imran Khan hope to clinch a surprise.

Al Jazeera

Ex-PM Nawaz’s daughter is Pakistan’s first female provincial chief minister

Maryam, Nawaz Sharif’s eldest daughter and apparent political heir, becomes first female chief minister of Punjab.

International Business Times

Sharif's Daughter Takes Helm Of Pakistan's Most Populous Region

The daughter of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif took control of Pakistan's most populous region on Monday, becoming the country's first woman to govern a province.

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