Myanmar's military junta has released former President Win Myint under a mass amnesty, following his detention since the 2021 military coup. His release comes alongside a reduction in the prison sentence of Aung San Suu Kyi, the pro-democracy leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, although she remains in custody. The extent of Suu Kyi's sentence reduction is not fully clear, but it follows an order from junta chief Min Aung Hlaing to reduce sentences of prisoners serving terms under 40 years by one-sixth. Both leaders were previously convicted on charges widely regarded as politically motivated. The international community, including UN Secretary-General António Guterres, has called for the immediate and unconditional release of all political detainees, emphasizing the need for a political solution that includes ending violence and fostering dialogue. While Win Myint's release is seen as a significant step, Suu Kyi's ongoing detention reflects the military's enduring power and the uncertain future of democracy in Myanmar.