Coup Leader Michael Randrianirina Becomes Madagascar President
The leader of the military coup in Madagascar, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, has been sworn in as the country's president.
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Madagascar Coup Leader Randrianirina Becomes Temporary President
The leader of the military coup in Madagascar, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, becomes the country's temporary president. The move comes a day after the former president fled following threats of impeachment. France urges the country to hold on to democracy, while the African Union temporarily excludes the country.
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Military Takes Control in Madagascar Amid Political Turmoil
The military elite unit Capsat says it has taken power in Madagascar. The message came just minutes after the national assembly voted to bring the president to trial.
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Madagascar President Rajoelina Reportedly Flees Amid Unrest
Madagascar's president Andry Rajoelina is reported to have left the country with a French military plane after weeks of political unrest. He himself says that he has been subjected to an assassination attempt and is hiding in a "safe place".
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Madagascar Defense Minister Appoints New Army Chief Amid Coup Claims
According to Madagascar's president Andry Rajoelina, an "attempt to illegally and violently take power" is underway in the country. The Minister of Defence has appointed a new army chief nominated by a military unit that has turned against the president.
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Over 20 Killed in Madagascar Protests Over Water and Power Issues
At least 22 people have been killed and more than 100 injured in connection with protests in Madagascar, according to the UN.
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