Supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan had the edge on Friday in Pakistan's election results from over 100 seats, local media said, after vote counts were hit by unusual delays that the government ascribed to a suspension of mobile phone services. Geo News said independents, who mostly owe allegiance
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Bilbao win at Atletico in Copa del Rey semi first leg
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Russian missile strikes on Ukrainian cities kills three
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Iran question Arab referee appointment for Asian Cup semi-final against Qatar
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