Madagascar's president flees country in fear for his life after military rebellion
Summary
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has left the country due to a military rebellion. An elite military unit has joined protests against him, calling for his resignation. President Rajoelina has not officially resigned and called for dialogue to resolve the situation.Key Facts
- Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina left the country after a military unit joined protests against him.
- Rajoelina announced his departure in a social media speech, citing threats to his life.
- He did not resign but is calling for dialogue and for the constitution to be respected.
- The protests were initially about water and electricity outages but grew into a wider anti-government movement.
- The CAPSAT military unit, which helped Rajoelina rise to power in 2009, now opposes him.
- CAPSAT claims control of the armed forces and denies staging a coup.
- There has been some violence between protesters and security forces, but major fighting was avoided.
- President Rajoelina reportedly flew out on a French military plane, but this is unconfirmed by France.
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