Madagascar military takes charge as Rajoelina flees in 2025

Madagascar’s military announced it has taken charge after President Andry Rajoelina fled the country, citing the need to maintain order. Commanders said state institutions will continue functioning as uncertainty grips Antananarivo. Opposition figures urged restraint, while regional partners called for dialogue and a constitutional path toward elections. The timeline for a civilian transition and Rajoelina’s whereabouts remain unclear for now.