Photos show Myanmar holding its first election since the military seized power

Voters in Myanmar cast ballots in the first phase of the country's general election Sunday. The polls are being held under military rule during a civil war. Critics argue the election is a facade to legitimize military control under the pretense of civilian rule.

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December 28, 2025 at 8:42PM

NAYPYITAW, Myanmar — Voters in Myanmar cast ballots in the first phase of the country's general election Sunday. The polls are being held under military rule during a civil war. Critics argue the election is a facade to legitimize military control under the pretense of civilian rule.

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