Madagascar Military Unit CAPSAT Ousts President Andry Rajoelina | AI News Digest
In Madagascar, a powerful military faction known as CAPSAT has declared its takeover, effectively removing President Andry Rajoelina from power amid rising public dissent against his rule. The military has suspended crucial democratic bodies, including the constitutional court and the electoral commission, while committing to organize elections within the next two years. Following a legislative vote to impeach Rajoelina, reports indicate that he may have fled the country, potentially with the help of the French military. While the political future remains uncertain, many residents in the capital, Antananarivo, are expressing hope that this leadership shift could signal a resolution to the unrest that has gripped the nation in recent weeks.
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