"Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina said Sunday that an "attempt to seize power illegally and by force" was underway after a faction of soldiers joined thousands of anti-government protesters in the capital. In a statement released by the presidency, Rajoelina said the move was "contrary to the Constitution and to democratic principles," and called on the international community to take note of the situation."
"The government says Rajoelina remains "in the country" and was "managing national affairs"Image: Ludovic Marin/AFP Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina said Sunday that an "attempt to seize power illegally and by force" was underway after a faction of soldiers joined thousands of anti-government protesters in the capital. In a statement released by the presidency, Rajoelina said the move was "contrary to the Constitution and to democratic principles," and called on the international community to take note of the situation."
Thousands of anti-government protesters gathered in Antananarivo, Madagascar, joined by a faction of soldiers. President Andry Rajoelina said an attempt to seize power illegally and by force was underway. The presidency described the move as contrary to the Constitution and to democratic principles and called on the international community to take note. The government stated that Rajoelina remains in the country and is managing national affairs. The situation in the capital prompted heightened concern about political stability and the role of the military in the protests. Authorities described events as unfolding and subject to further updates.
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