"Pakistan's Controversial 2024 Election: Counting Underway Amid Delayed Results"

Vote counting is underway in Pakistan following a general election marred by mobile phone service suspensions and violent unrest. Imran Khan's party alleges vote-rigging as unofficial results suggest his allies are leading. Khan, disqualified and jailed last year, was barred from standing, and his party had to field candidates as independents. The election saw slow result reporting, with the government blaming an "internet issue" for the delay. Despite economic woes and violence, millions cast their votes, with the PML-N and PPP considered major parties. Imran Khan's imprisonment and alleged military interference have raised concerns, while Nawaz Sharif, recently returned from exile, is poised for a potential fourth term.