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Myanmar's Military Election on Dec 28 Dismissed as a 'Comedy Show' by Exiles
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Myanmar's Military Election on Dec 28 Dismissed as a 'Comedy Show' by Exiles

As Myanmar's military junta holds an election on Dec 28, 2025, exiles in Thailand dismiss it as a 'comedy show.' With the main opposition barred and international condemnation, the vote is seen as a bid to legitimize the 2021 coup, not a path to democracy.

U.S. Ends Protected Status for Myanmar Nationals, Exposing a Dangerous Policy Contradiction
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U.S. Ends Protected Status for Myanmar Nationals, Exposing a Dangerous Policy Contradiction

The U.S. DHS has ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Myanmar nationals, claiming the country is 'safe' for return. This contradicts other U.S. policies and expert assessments, exposing a major policy inconsistency.

Myanmar's Military Holds Election in a Nation Divided by Civil War
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Myanmar's Military Holds Election in a Nation Divided by Civil War

Myanmar's military junta is holding its first general election since the 2021 coup, but it controls only half the country. We analyze the legitimacy crisis and the risks of holding a vote amid a civil war.

China's Gambit: Why Myanmar's Junta Is Finally Holding Its Long-Promised Election
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China's Gambit: Why Myanmar's Junta Is Finally Holding Its Long-Promised Election

Nearly five years after its coup, Myanmar's military is holding an election. Driven by Chinese pressure and a battlefield turnaround, the vote is designed not to restore democracy but to consolidate military rule under a civilian guise.

Myanmar's Rohingya Genocide Case Reaches Critical Stage at World Court
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Myanmar's Rohingya Genocide Case Reaches Critical Stage at World Court

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to hear the merits of The Gambia's landmark genocide case against Myanmar over its 2017 crackdown on the Rohingya. An analysis of the legal stakes and political ironies.

Caught Between Bombs and Ballots: Myanmar's Junta Escalates Offensive Ahead of Sham Election
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Caught Between Bombs and Ballots: Myanmar's Junta Escalates Offensive Ahead of Sham Election

Myanmar's junta is escalating its military offensive with airstrikes on civilian areas ahead of a controversial election, forcing thousands to flee. An in-depth look at the humanitarian crisis and the people resisting a vote they deem a sham.

The World Court's Genocide Test: Why Myanmar's Trial Redefines Global Justice
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The World Court's Genocide Test: Why Myanmar's Trial Redefines Global Justice

The ICJ's hearing on the Myanmar genocide case is a precedent-setting moment for international law, testing state accountability and the role of tech in justice.

Myanmar's Democratic Dream, Rakhine's Recurring Nightmare
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Myanmar's Democratic Dream, Rakhine's Recurring Nightmare

Myanmar's sham elections mask a deeper crisis. As anti-junta allies commit new atrocities, the dream of a unified democracy is fracturing. A critical analysis.