Myanmar's ruling military is holding a multi-phase general election, which it says is part of a shift to civilian rule.

Myanmar's junta presides over elections starting on Sunday, advertising the vote as a return to democratic normality five years after it mounted a coup that triggered civil war.

Western nations have maintained sanctions against Myanmar’s ruling generals because of the military’s anti-democratic actions and the brutal war against opponents.

Authorities have tightened security across Myanmar, stepping up measures in regions where voting is taking place. The move comes amid ongoing clashes between the military and resistance forces in ...

YANGON: Voters went to the polls on Sunday for the initial phase of Myanmar’s first general election in five years, held ...