epa12674454 An electoral official and volunteer carry an advance ballots box ahead of the third phase of the general election in Yangon, Myanmar, 23 January 2026. Myanmar's military government, known as the State Administration Council (SAC), is conducting its first national vote since the coup in February 2021 through a multi-stage general election. The first phase was held on 28 December 2025, followed by the second phase on 11 January 2026, and the third phase is scheduled for 25 January 2026. EPA/NYEIN CHAN NAING
