New Caledonia holds provincial elections with high security amid tensions over its status with France, determining the balance of power for upcoming negotiations.
경찰이 잠실 개표소 봉쇄 시위 관련 지하 무단침입, 업무방해, 기자 폭행 등 잇따른 사건에 대해 수사를 확대하고 있습니다. 현재까지 3명의 지하 무단침입 피의자 신원을 특정했으며, 업무방해 및 유소년팀 소지품 수색 관련자들에 대한 조사도 진행 중입니다.
South Korea's National Election Commission (NEC) is under fire for ballot mismanagement during local elections and ethical lapses by leadership, including taxpayer-funded travel for a former chairman and staff trips to resort destinations.
Up to 3,000 Labour campaigners are descending on Makerfield for Andy Burnham's by-election, raising concerns about overwhelming voters. Hotels are booked, and activists will be deployed to polling stations and public spots to avoid door-knocking fatigue.
Up to 3,000 Labour campaigners are expected in Makerfield for Andy Burnham's by-election, raising concerns about overwhelming voters. Hotels are booked, and activists will be deployed strategically to avoid swamping residents.
Voting records from Jamsil 2-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul, during the June 3rd local elections reveal severe confusion, including ballot shortages, missing stamps, and errors in handwritten entries. Rep. Ju Jin-woo secured these records, vowing to thoroughly investigate the Election Commission's responsibility for infringing on citizens' right to vote.
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.
Armenian election authorities declared the results of polling station 35/65 invalid due to irregularities, following a similar decision for another station. The ruling Civil Contract party, led by PM Pashinyan, won 49.82% of votes.
Armenia's Central Election Commission annulled election results at polling station 35/65 due to military personnel voting past the closing time. Challenges to election results can be filed until June 19.
The new mayor of Carcassonne, Christophe Barthès (RN), has refused to provide municipal premises for the Algerian consulate to set up polling stations for the upcoming legislative elections on July 2. He cited strained diplomatic relations between France and Algeria.
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.
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.
Protesters are blocking ballot boxes at a polling station in Seoul's Songpa District, demanding election nullification despite the confirmation of Oh Se-hoon's victory. Approximately 2,000 votes remain uncounted.
Protesters, including conservative YouTubers and citizens, have surrounded a polling station in Seoul's Songpa District for over 7 hours, blocking ballot boxes and demanding a new election, citing alleged election fraud. The National Election Commission stated the situation does not warrant an election postponement or rerun.
South Korea's National Election Commission apologized for a ballot shortage that suspended voting at some Seoul polling stations during local elections. The issue, affecting areas like Songpa and Gangnam Wards, caused delays and protests, prompting the NEC to promise a thorough investigation.
Polling stations in Seoul's southeast region experienced severe ballot shortages, leading to voter protests and accusations of rights violations. Some stations extended voting hours or issued waiting slips, while others saw voters leave in frustration. A conservative civic group has filed a complaint against election officials.
Over 10 polling stations, primarily in Seoul's Songpa district, experienced ballot paper shortages on election day, leading to temporary halts in voting. The National Election Commission cited higher-than-expected turnout as the cause, but accountability issues are expected to arise.
Voting in Seoul's local elections was temporarily suspended at several polling stations in Songpa Ward due to a ballot paper shortage, causing long waits and protests from voters.
Some polling stations in Seoul's southeast region are facing controversy after issuing 'waiting tickets' to voters after the official closing time due to a shortage of ballots, following a similar issue during the June 3 local elections.
Polling stations in Chungbuk reported 112 calls during the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections. Incidents included a voter receiving two ballots, a dispute over a husband with dementia entering a polling booth, and a parent with an intellectually disabled child attempting to enter a booth.
Some polling stations in Seoul's Songpa district ran out of ballots on election day, forcing voters to wait past the official closing time. Election officials stated that additional ballots are being transported and that all waiting voters will be able to cast their ballots, but some citizens expressed concern about potential irregularities.
South Korea's National Election Commission is addressing ballot shortages at some polling stations in Songpa-gu, Seoul, during the June 3 local elections. The commission stated that ballots are being transported to affected stations and assured voters that those waiting will be able to cast their ballots even after the official closing time.
Police responded to 25 calls related to the June 3rd local elections in Busan, primarily due to voter confusion and complaints at polling stations, including issues with duplicate signatures and missing ballots.
Supporters of rival parties clashed over the placement of election banners near a polling station in Ongjin County, South Korea. The election commission ruled the banners were not illegal. Ongjin County recorded the highest voter turnout in Incheon.
