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Editorial: The Guardian

The Observer view on Pakistan voters’ rejection of military rule | Observer editorial
Feb. 11, 2024

  • In last week's elections, voters turned out in large numbers to exercise their democratic rights and successfully thwart the military’s blatant efforts to steal the contest.
  • Independent candidates loyal to Imran Khan, the jailed leader of the banned Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, won the most seats.
  • The once-dominant Pakistan People's Party (PPP) landed in third place.
  • Despite coming second, Sharif brazenly claims to have won the right to form the next government.
  • Attempts to ignore Khan and his supporters may trigger further unrest and instability.

Conclusion: Pakistan's voters’ revolt in 2024, marked by a deviation from traditional military dominance in politics, is worthy of celebration.