Russia plans to establish over 300 polling stations in more than 150 countries for the 2026 parliamentary elections, announced Central Election Commission Chairperson Ella Pamfilova. The commission will seek safety guarantees from "unfriendly countries" via the Foreign Ministry, adjusting station numbers based on bilateral relations and local conditions.
Prime Minister Kim Min-seok called for the Election Commission to "repent from top to bottom" over the ballot shortage crisis, suggesting dissolution if necessary. He urged bipartisan cooperation for a parliamentary inquiry and vowed strict investigation into illegal acts during protests.
South Korean police concluded a 13-hour raid on the National Election Commission (NEC) and its local offices as part of an investigation into ballot shortages during the June 3 local elections. The shortages temporarily halted voting at 26 polling stations nationwide.
A joint investigation team raided seven election commissions, including the National Election Commission, for about 13 hours as part of an inquiry into the ballot shortage during the June 3 local elections. Investigators are seeking to prove intent behind the shortage, examining print plans and meeting minutes.
South Korea's election commission admitted to a vote count error in the Suwon City District during the 22nd general election, where over 2,000 valid votes were mistakenly recorded as invalid. The error was only discovered two months later and has been corrected on the website.
Ella Pamfilova, chair of Russia's Central Election Commission, stated that Armenia's last parliamentary elections were marked by significant difficulties and fundamental violations. Russian observers monitored the polls.
BJP candidates Tarun Chugh, Rajneesh Agarwal, and Mahesh Kewat were elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha in Madhya Pradesh after Congress nominee Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination was rejected. The Congress is appealing to the Supreme Court.
Sachin Pilot downplayed Ashok Gehlot's recent criticism, emphasizing party unity and affection. Pilot highlighted national issues like exam paper leaks and rising prices, vowing to strengthen Congress and challenge the BJP. He also criticized the Rajasthan government and alleged institutional pressure regarding Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination.
The Gyeonggi Provincial Election Commission apologized for vote count input errors in two polling stations during the recent education superintendent election. The mistakes involved swapping candidate votes and duplicating results, though they did not affect the final outcome.
South Korea's election commission admitted a ballot shortage during local elections was a "painful mistake," despite overall surplus. The commission's acting chief stated that while 42,000 ballots remained in Seoul's Songpa district, misallocation caused voting interruptions.
An Tae-wook, former chairman of the People Power Party's Gwangju chapter, claimed an electronic ballot counting machine malfunctioned during the Gwangju Gwangsan-gu by-election. The election commission clarified it was a misunderstanding of ballot bins.
South Korea's new ruling party floor leader, Chung Jin-suk, met with Presidential Secretary for Political Affairs Hong Ik-pyo to demand a special prosecutor for the National Election Commission due to alleged mismanagement. Hong stated the Blue House would accept a special prosecutor if agreed upon by both parties, while also requesting cooperation for the Prime Minister nominee's confirmation hearing.
South Korean police have launched a simultaneous raid on the National Election Commission and regional offices following a ballot shortage during the June 3 local elections. Over 110 personnel are investigating alleged violations of election law and dereliction of duty.
Police have raided the National Election Commission and local election committees eight days after a ballot paper shortage occurred, investigating potential violations of election law and dereliction of duty.
Armenia's Prosperous Armenia party may enter the National Assembly after a recount added 140 votes, potentially crossing the 4% threshold. The party's press secretary stated cooperation with the Central Election Commission continues.
South Korea's Central Election Commission reduced the minimum ballot paper printing standard from 60% to 50% of voters without an official meeting, leading to ballot shortages in the recent local elections. This decision, made via internal approvals, has drawn criticism and calls for legislative action to prevent future infringements on voting rights.
A ballot box from a polling station in Seoul, where a ballot shortage occurred, was disposed of by the Songpa District Election Commission before a court order to preserve it was received. The commission stated they were unaware of the preservation request when the box was collected by a waste disposal company.
South Korea's National Election Commission has launched an investigation into a ballot shortage during recent local elections. A fact-finding committee will examine the causes and implement preventive measures.
The Jeonbuk Election Commission has admitted to a vote counting error in the recent local election for the Education Superintendent. The mistake, stemming from a mislabeled ballot box record, led to incorrect vote tallies for two candidates. While the commission states the error did not alter the election outcome, it plans to officially correct the results.
South Korea's National Election Commission (NEC) has launched an investigation into a ballot shortage during recent local elections. A fact-finding committee will determine the cause and implement preventive measures.
Seoul's June 3 local elections were marred by a ballot shortage at 14 polling stations, undermining citizens' right to vote and public confidence in democratic institutions. The National Election Commission blamed high turnout, but critics argue this was foreseeable and inexcusable in a mature democracy.
Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency is investigating top election commission officials, including Chairman Noh Tae-ak, for alleged dereliction of duty related to a ballot paper shortage in the recent local elections. A conservative civic group filed the complaint.
Civic groups including the Citizens' Coalition for Economic Justice and People's Solidarity for Participatory Democracy have strongly criticized the National Election Commission for a ballot shortage during the recent local elections. They are demanding a thorough investigation and accountability for the mismanagement that infringed upon voters' rights.
South Korea's National Election Commission will investigate ballot paper shortages and delays in vote counting caused by protests. Protesters are blocking the transfer of ballot boxes from a polling station in Jamsil 7-dong, Songpa-gu, demanding a recount.
