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Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina left the country following widespread youth-led protests over power and water shortages, corruption, and poor governance.
The elite CAPSAT military unit defected to support demonstrators, leading to clashes with loyalist forces and boosting the momentum of the nationwide uprising.
The protests are part of a broader wave of youth-led movements worldwide, and the political crisis in Madagascar has drawn international attention due to potential regional stability impacts.
President Andry Rajoelina has fled Madagascar following a wave of youth-led protests that escalated into a nationwide uprising. The unrest, driven by widespread dissatisfaction over power and water shortages, corruption, and poor governance, culminated in the d