Madagascar's President Overthrown Amid Protests, Joins Fleeing Leaders List

Madagascars President Andry Rajoelina was overthrown amid widespread protests, joining a growing list of leaders forced to flee amid political turmoil globally.

• Andry Rajoelinas government in Madagascar faced massive protests, leading to his overthrow and subsequent flight from the country to avoid potential imprisonment.
• The upheaval in Madagascar echoes historical events like the 1971 Ugandan coup détat, highlighting the fragility of political power in the region and beyond.
• Rajoelinas ousting follows a trend of leaders, including Viktor Yanukovych and Bashar al-Assad, fleeing their nations to escape political retribution amid civil unrest.