CAIRO (AP) — Egyptians voted Monday in the second phase of parliamentary elections as authorities annulled first-round results in about two dozen constituencies over alleged violations.

The two-stage vote comes as the most populous Arab country grapples with dire economy despite government efforts to push through sweeping reforms and austerity measures.

International financial institutions have welcomed the reforms, which included floating the currency and slashing key subsidies, but they also resulted in higher prices of electricity, drinking water and essential goods, squeezing the poor and middle class.

The first stage of voting took place Nov. 10-11 in 14 provinces, including Giza and the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria. There were widespread reports of violations, prompting P

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