Madagascar President Says He Left for Safety as Protests Escalate
Youth protesters now call for his resignation after weeks of power and water cuts.
Overview
- Reuters reports President Andri Razuélina said he moved to a safe location to protect his life.
- An opposition leader told Reuters the presidential administration confirmed he had left the country.
- RFI reported he and his family were flown from Île Sainte‑Marie to Réunion on a French military aircraft, a claim lacking official confirmation.
- His current whereabouts remain unverified, with mentions of Mauritius or the UAE still uncorroborated.
- The presidency announced a televised address for 19:00 local time on October 13.