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African Union Suspends Madagascar After Military Coup

The African Union suspends Madagascar after soldiers seized power following President Rajoelina’s impeachment, confirming Col. Randrianirina as leader.

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The African Union (AU) has announced the immediate suspension of Madagascar after an elite army unit seized power in a coup that followed the impeachment of President Andry Rajoelina.

AU Commission Chair Mahamoud Ali Youssouf confirmed the decision in a statement to AFP on Wednesday, saying the suspension takes effect “with immediate effect.”

The move comes shortly after Madagascar’s top court confirmed Colonel Michael Randrianirina as the country’s new leader, a development that has plunged the Indian Ocean nation into fresh political turmoil.

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