Protests over ballot shortage continue for 17th day (opens original article in a new tab)

Protests demanding a rerun of the June 3 local elections continued for the 17th day in Seoul, with over 34,000 people gathering as the National Election Commission denied rerun requests despite apologizing for ballot shortages.

• Protests over ballot shortages in Seoul's local elections entered their 17th day on June 21.
• Over 34,000 people gathered, with most protesters in their 20s and 30s.
• NEC apologized for shortages but denied rerun request, while authorities investigate and urge peaceful protests.