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Madagascar president says 'attempt to seize power illegally' is underway

Protesters celebrate at Antananarivo City Hall after listening the address of members of a section of the Malagasy army following clashes between demonstrators and security forces during protests calling for the resignation of President Andry Rajoelina in Antananarivo, on October 11, 2025. [AFP]

Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina on Sunday said an "attempt to seize power illegally and by force" was underway, a day after a contingent of soldiers joined thousands of anti-government protesters in the capital.

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