The presidency of Madagascar has announced the dissolution of the National Assembly, the country’s lower house, through a decree citing constitutional authority. This move comes as the assembly was gathering signatures to hold an extraordinary session aimed at impeaching President Andry Rajoelina, sparking claims from assembly leaders that the dissolution lacks legal legitimacy.
The country faces escalating unrest sparked by widespread power and water shortages, which have evolved into calls for political reform and leadership change. Tensions intensified as an army regiment sided with protesters, heightening claims of security force abuses. Amid the crisis, President Rajoelina revealed he had taken refuge for his safety following an alleged assassination attempt.
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