South Korea’s president orders an investigation after ballot shortages disrupt local elections held last week, according to reports from multiple outlets. The shortages reportedly prevent some eligible voters from casting their ballots. The issue is linked to the distribution or availability of ballots during the voting period, leading to delays or inability for certain voters to participate. The president’s order seeks to determine the cause of the shortfall, identify where the breakdown occurred, and assess whether any election management processes failed to meet requirements. Authorities are expected to review operational steps related to ballot preparation and delivery to polling stations, as well as the circumstances that resulted in voters being unable to vote. The investigation is also intended to help prevent similar problems in future elections and to clarify accountability for the disruption. While details of the scope of the shortage and affected regions are not fully specified in the provided summaries, both outlets describe the same core event: ballot shortages during local elections and a subsequent presidential probe.