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Madagascar army colonel says military has taken charge of nation
The military takeover follows weeks of youth-led protests over poverty and outages, with 75% of the population affected by poverty, the World Bank said.
- Madagascar's military, led by Colonel Michael Randrianirina, announced it had taken control after President Andry Rajoelina fled the country following impeachment proceedings amid widespread protests over corruption and poor services.
- The National Assembly voted to impeach Rajoelina, who attempted to dissolve the assembly before fleeing, due to public outcry over blackouts and corruption.
- Randrianirina stated that a military-led council will rule alongside a transitional government for up to two years, suspending all institutions except the National Assembly.
- Youth protests fueled by demands for better governance have resulted in a significant political crisis in Madagascar, impacting its economy and prompting urgent calls for civilian leadership.
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Madagascar is preparing for a new era of military rule, the day after a unit of the army took power.
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Madagascar enters military rule after colonel seizes power
Madagascar braced for military rule Wednesday after an elite army unit seized power following President Andry Rajoelina's impeachment, promising elections within two years as the international community voiced alarm over the crisis.
Elite military unit says it seized power in Madagascar
An elite military unit said it had seized power in Madagascar after the president fled the country following weeks of protests. The youth-driven demonstrations, sparked by water and power shortages, grew to encompass wider frustrations over corruption, inflation, and high unemployment: A 2025 Gallup poll reflected the widely held view in Madagascar that the standard of living was falling.The whereabouts of President Andry Rajoelina are unknown a…
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