Deadly protests force Madagascar’s president to flee
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina refused to resign but reportedly fled the country after army defections and protests demanding his ouster. His departure sparked celebrations in Antananarivo, with protesters comparing it to a second independence. The protests, triggered by shortages and corruption, have caused at least 22 deaths. French President Macron stressed the need for constitutional order but did not confirm Rajoelina’s reported escape on a French military plane.
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina refused to resign but reportedly fled the country after army defections and protests demanding his ouster. His departure sparked celebrations in Antananarivo, with protesters comparing it to a second independence. The protests, triggered by shortages and corruption, have caused at least 22 deaths. French President Macron stressed the need for constitutional order but did not confirm Rajoelina’s reported escape on a French military plane.
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