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Where did the Madagascar president go?

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Madagascar's president, Andri Radjelina, fled the country on a French military aircraft after weeks of youth-led protests and military defections. Reports suggest a deal was made with French President Emmanuel Macron.

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Madagascar's president has fled, officials say, amid Gen Z protests

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  • Madagascar's president fled the country following weeks of protests over corruption and poverty.
  • President Radjelina reportedly left on a French military aircraft after a deal with France. 13s
  • Military units, including the elite Capsat, defected and supported protesters. 36s
  • Capsat unit refused to use force against protesters and appointed a new army chief. 1m 12s
  • At least 22 people have died in clashes since the protests began, according to the UN. 1m 36s
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Madagascar's president has fled, officials say, amid Gen Z protests
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Madagascar's president has fled, officials say, amid Gen Z protests

A military source said Andri Radjelina flew out of the African country on Sunday on a French military aircraft.

Madagascar's president has fled, officials say, amid Gen Z protests
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15 hours ago
Madagascar's president has fled, officials say, amid Gen Z protests

French radio network RFI reported he had struck a deal with President Emmanuel Macron.

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