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Pakistan election results are delayed, but wins are reported for independents backed by Khan’s party
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The elections in Pakistan have been marred by violence and controversy, including the imprisonment of a popular contender, a total mobile shutdown and deadly bombings at political offices. - photo by Feb. 8
LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — The results of Pakistan's elections were delayed by connectivity issues Friday a day after the vote that was marred by sporadic violence, a mobile phone service shutdown and the sidelining of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his party. Local media reported victories by independents backed by his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party after the imprisoned Khan was disqualified from contesting the vote because of criminal convictions he contends were politically motivated. PTI candidates ran as independents after the Supreme Court and Election Commission said they couldn’t use the party symbol — a cricket bat.