Military has taken power in Madagascar, reported some media on October 14, 2025. The military coup came about 24 hours after the country's President Andry Rajoelina fled onboard a French military plane to an unknown place, reportedly saying that he feared for his life.
Elite troops have joined ongoing youth-led anti-government protests in Madagascar, reported some media on October 12, 2025. According to the reports, the troops belonging to the elite unit called CAPSAT of Madagascar's military, are now urging troops from other units of the military to do the same and support the protests.