Pakistan's president on Sunday dissolved the National Assembly on the advice of prime minister Imran Khan, foiling an attempt by the opposition to boot Khan from office, reports AFP.
"The President of Pakistan, Dr Arif Alvi, has approved the advice of the Prime Minister," a statement from his office said, meaning fresh elections must be held within 90 days.
Reuters adds: Fresh elections in Pakistan will be held in 90 days, state minister for information Farrukh Habib said on Sunday.
Habib made the announcement in a tweet, although a final decision will come from the president of Pakistan and the election commission.