Counting was briefly halted this morning after tensions boiled over inside the counting hall following a disagreement over a disputed ballot.The incident sparked heated exchanges between those overlooking the count, with voices rapidly rising as arguments broke out over the validity of the vote in question.As the situation intensified, additional police officers were deployed inside the hall to help restore calm and maintain order among the growing crowds gathered around the counting tables.The noise levels reached a fever pitch, with Lovin Malta’s sound meter registering over 90 decibels as shouting echoed across the hall and officials attempted to de-escalate the situation.Witnesses described a chaotic few minutes as counting operations temporarily stopped while electoral officials reviewed the disputed ballot and sought to bring proceedings back under control.Order was eventually restored and counting resumed shortly afterwards, although tensions remain high as every vote continues to come under intense scrutiny. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta) Tensions are beginning to rise inside the counting hall as party officials, candidates and counting agents closely monitor proceedings.While the count continues, exchanges between rival camps have become increasingly animated, with officials keeping a close eye on the situation to ensure the process remains orderly.The atmosphere inside the hall has noticeably shifted from the early-morning anticipation, with every development now being scrutinised as candidates await indications of how the vote is shaping up.Supporters gathered outside are also eagerly following updates, with speculation mounting over potential outcomes as the count progresses.No major incidents have been reported, but the pressure is clearly building as Malta waits for the first meaningful indications from the vote count. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta) More updates to follow as the count continues.•