Is Madagascar's president still in charge?
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Madagascar's president has been ousted by the military following mass protests and a parliamentary impeachment. The country is now governed by a transitional military council, leaving Madagascar without a president for the time being.
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Madagascar's military seizes power, president ousted
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- Parliament moved to impeach President Rajuel before the military seized power.
- Colonel Mikhail Randrianirina announced the dissolution of key government bodies. 14s
- Weeks of youth-led protests preceded the coup, driven by economic and governance grievances. 43s
- A transitional military council will govern until elections, which may take up to two years. 1m 9s
- Public reaction is mixed, with some celebrating and others warning of potential instability. 1m 19s
