Observers say the vote, accompanied by a renewed crackdown on dissent, is meant to entrench the junta's power.

The Nov. 3, 2026 election will be the first major referendum on President Donald Trump's second term. At the state level, Ohioans will see a shakeup in leadership with the departure of Gov. Mike DeWine as other term-limited officials pursue new jobs.

Despite the junta's assurances, Myanmar's voters did not come out in numbers close to the previous election conducted under COVID-19 restrictions.

Nasry Asfura was endorsed by President Trump in a contentious election. His opponent, Salvador Nasralla, said he would not accept the results.

Kosovo will vote in an election aimed at breaking months of political stalemate that left the economy in limbo and stymied efforts to improve ties with allies and resolve tension with the Serbian minority.

The window for prospective candidates seeking spots on Democratic or Republican primary ballots to circulate and file nomination petitions is Feb. 17 through March 10