Madagascar army colonel says military has taken charge of nation
- Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina dissolved the National Assembly after fleeing the country amid protests.
- Colonel Michael Randrianirina announced that the military has taken charge of the nation.
- The military dissolved all institutions except the lower house of parliament.
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Madagascar Army Colonel Says Military Has Taken Charge of ...
First, military forces join the protests, in which young people in particular demanded the resignation of the president. Now a special unit pushes - and cheer breaks out on the streets.
After weeks of protests in Madagascar, the military took over power in the island state. Shortly before, Parliament had voted in favour of an impeachment procedure against the fled President Rajoelina.
After violent demonstrations, the military has ousted the president of Madagascar.
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