Madagascar Military Seizes Power Amid Protests

The military in Madagascar has seized power, with an elite unit, CAPSAT, announcing that it has taken control of the government. The move comes after weeks of youth-led protests against President Andry Rajoelina's government, which have resulted in at least 22 deaths and over 100 injuries. The president's whereabouts are unknown, but he has said he is in a 'safe place'. CAPSAT chief Col Michael Randrianirina has stated that the military will form a new government and hold elections within two years. The African Union has condemned the military's actions, warning against unconstitutional changes of government.

A military coup has taken place in Madagascar following the impeachment of President Andry Rajoelina by the country's parliament. Rajoelina fled the country fearing for his safety, and the military, led by Col. Michael Randrianirina, announced that they would form a council to govern the country and appoint a prime minister to lead a civilian government. The president's office denounced the military's actions as an 'illegal declaration' and a breach of the rule of law.

The military in Madagascar has taken control of the country following the impeachment of President Andry Rajoelina amid widespread youth protests over poverty and governance failures. Colonel Michael Randrianirina announced that the armed forces would form a council and appoint a prime minister to lead a civilian government. Rajoelina's whereabouts are unknown, and his office denounced the military's actions as an attempted coup. The protests, driven by young people, began last month over issues such as electricity and water shortages, poverty, and corruption.