Summary
Soldiers in Madagascar are threatening to take over the state TV station during a time of unrest against President Andry Rajoelina. Reports suggest he might have left the country as protests aimed at removing him from power grow. A military unit that helped him rise to power in 2009 is now claiming control of the armed forces.
Key Facts
- Soldiers in Madagascar have threatened to seize the state TV station.
- President Rajoelina's attempts to calm ongoing protests have not succeeded, and there are unconfirmed reports of his departure from the country.
- A military group named CAPSAT, which supported Rajoelina in 2009, claims it now commands the armed forces.
- CAPSAT officers have joined protests in the capital city, Antananarivo.
- A new Chief of Army Staff has stated that security forces are working to maintain order.
- The opposition party intends to start impeachment proceedings against Rajoelina.
- Protests were sparked by issues like power cuts, unemployment, and corruption.
- The UN reports that at least 22 people have died and over 100 are injured from the protests, though these figures are disputed by the government.
