PAKISTAN PROTEST

Supporters of Pakistani opposition political parties protest alleged rigging in general elections

epa11176782 Security officials stand guard as supporters of opposition political parties gather outside the Sindh assembly to protest alleged rigging in general elections, in Karachi, Pakistan, 24 February 2024. The newly elected Sindh provincial assembly in Pakistan held its inaugural session amid protests by opposition parties alleging rigging in the February 8 national election. The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) secured the highest number of seats with 84, followed by the MQM-P with 28 seats. Supporters of various opposition parties gathered near the assembly to protest, leading to a heavy police presence and detains. PPP chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari nominated key officials, including Murad Ali Shah as Chief Minister, for leadership roles, emphasizing a commitment to working with all opposition parties to address grievances. The provincial government imposed a ban on public gatherings in Karachi's South zone where the assembly is located, citing Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. EPA/REHAN KHAN

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