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Pakistan's ruling party poised to win Kashmir elections amid deadly clashes, analysts say
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By Mubasher BukhariLAHORE, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Pakistan's ruling party appeared poised to win a majority in Pakistan-administered Kashmir's local assembly, even as some of the most closely watched constituencies had yet to vote amid deadly unrest.
Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe elections had been scheduled to be held in three rounds between late July and August 10.
But mounting security concerns led to the postponement of voting in seven constituencies from Monday to a date yet to be determined.
The Kashmir vote has been marred by deadly clashes that have prompted road closures and an internet blackout.
POLITICAL CLASHESThe region's political crisis goes beyond the demands of regional protesters.