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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.