Myanmar's pro-military Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) claims a significant victory in the first phase of junta-run elections, winning 82 out of 102 seats. The party, considered a civilian proxy for the military, stated it secured all seats in the capital, Naypyitaw. However, democracy watchdogs, Western diplomats, and the UN have criticized the election, citing a crackdown on dissent and military-aligned candidates, deeming it not credible and unlikely to return power to civilians. Official results are pending, with further voting phases scheduled.