African Union Suspends Madagascar After Military Coup

The African Union has suspended Madagascar after a military coup led to the seizure of power following President Andri Rajoelina's escape from the country. The nation's assembly voted to impeach Rajoelina, leading to Colonel Michael Randrianirina assuming power.

The AU Commission Chair Mahamoud Ali Youssouf confirmed the suspension, with Randrianirina set to be sworn in as the transitional president. The crisis has plunged the poor Indian Ocean nation into uncertainty.