Protest in parliament as Shehbaz Sharif elected prime minister of Pakistan

Pakistan’s parliament has elected Shehbaz Sharif as the country’s new prime minister, ending a political deadlock almost a month long following elections on 8 February which were marred by allegations of rigging. Mr Sharif was voted in by Pakistan’s National Assembly to return for a second spell as prime minister after he stood down in August last year to allow a caretaker government to conduct elections. He previously entered the role following the 2022 vote of no confidence in Imran Khan. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and