But the military takeover in Madagascar marks only the second coup in that period to take place outside of the Sahel region, stretching from the Atlantic to the Horn of Africa — a signal that

Even with U.S. warships offshore, the strongman has prevailed in efforts to unseat him—purging, spying and paying off officers so the armed forces remain loyal.

A little-known army colonel became Madagascar’s president on Friday after a rapid power grab. He was sworn in as his country’s leader six days after launching a military coup. Here’s what

In a stark warning, Dr. Jason Stanley says America is entering a dangerous period with President Trump’s growing rhetoric against the so-called “radical left” and “domestic terrorists.” “I think we are facing the moment in which a coup is happening,

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil — Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro goes on trial on Tuesday for allegedly trying to overturn democracy after losing the 2022 election — a historic first in the country’s modern era. Bolsonaro, 70, is accused of leading ...

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil — The final stage of the trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro is underway in Brazil — a historic first, with the ex-leader accused of trying to overturn democracy after his 2022 election defeat. Bolsonaro, 70, is accused of ...

Air France has suspended its flights to Madagascar after protests led by “Gen Z Madagascar,” erupted in the country, resulting in 22 deaths. Here's how the President's office is responding to the situation.