Summary
At least 170 people died in military air strikes during Myanmar's election period, according to the United Nations. The election, heavily influenced by the military, faced criticism for being unfair, with many areas unable to vote due to ongoing conflict.
Key Facts
- The United Nations reported that military air strikes killed at least 170 people during Myanmar's election period.
- There were 408 military aerial attacks from December 2025 to late January 2026.
- The Union and Solidarity Party, supported by Myanmar's military, won the election.
- Many countries and human rights groups criticized the election as unfair.
- Voting was not possible in rebel-held areas due to civil war after a military coup in 2021.
- Aung San Suu Kyi’s party, the National League for Democracy, was barred from the election.
- The UN described the election as "staged by the military" and noted the exclusion of opposition candidates.
- Communication issues and safety fears may have led to incomplete reporting of events, according to the UN.
