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India to Reopen Embassy in Kabul, Marking First Major Diplomatic Engagement with Taliban Since 2021

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New Delhi, India — India has announced plans to upgrade its technical mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, signaling its most significant diplomatic outreach to Afghanistan’s Taliban administration since the group’s takeover in 2021 following the U.S. withdrawal and the fall of the previous government.

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar made the announcement on Friday after talks with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi, describing the move as a step toward greater regional stability and cooperation.
“Closer cooperation between us contributes to your national development as well as regional stability and resilience,” Jaishankar said at a joint news briefing.

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Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s commitment to Afghanistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence, and thanked the Taliban government for inviting Indian companies to explore mining opportunities in the country.

The decision marks the reopening of India’s embassy, which was shut down in 2021 amid the Taliban’s return to power. Since then, New Delhi has operated only a limited technical mission focused on trade, humanitarian aid, and medical support.

Muttaqi welcomed the move, stating that Kabul has always sought good relations with India and assuring that Afghanistan’s territory would not be used for terrorism against other nations.

However, the event stirred controversy when female journalists were barred from attending the press briefing — a restriction reportedly requested by the Taliban delegation. The move drew fresh criticism amid continued crackdowns on women’s rights and education in Afghanistan.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) in July issued arrest warrants for two top Taliban leaders — Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani — on charges of gender-based persecution.

Muttaqi’s visit came after the UN Security Council Committee granted him a temporary travel exemption, as he remains under UN sanctions, including travel bans and asset freezes. The Taliban foreign minister arrived in New Delhi on Thursday, marking a rare high-level visit to India.

While several countries — including China, Russia, Iran, Pakistan, and Turkiye — maintain embassies in Kabul, only Russia has formally recognized the Taliban government.

During the Taliban’s first rule between 1996 and 2001, India refused to engage with the regime, calling it a proxy of Pakistan’s intelligence agencies. Instead, New Delhi supported the Northern Alliance, the main anti-Taliban coalition at the time.

After the U.S.-led intervention in 2001 ousted the Taliban, India reopened its Kabul embassy and became one of Afghanistan’s largest regional development partners, investing over $3 billion in infrastructure, healthcare, and education projects.

In a related development, members of the Moscow Format of Consultations on Afghanistan — which includes India, Pakistan, Russia, China, Iran, and Central Asian nations — released a joint statement opposing any foreign military presence in the country. The statement, issued amid U.S. interest in regaining access to Bagram Airbase, reaffirmed support for Afghanistan as an “independent, united, and peaceful state.”

India’s decision to reopen its embassy underscores a strategic recalibration — balancing humanitarian and security concerns with the reality of Taliban control, as regional powers seek to shape Afghanistan’s post-war trajectory.


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Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

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Copenhagen, Sweden — Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to restore democracy in authoritarian-ruled Venezuela.

The Norwegian Nobel Committee announced Friday in Oslo that she Machado was being honored “for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.”

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Committee chair Jørgen Watne Frydnes described Machado as “a brave and committed champion of peace” and “a woman who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness.”

Machado, the committee said, has showed that “the tools of democracy are also the tools of peace,” embodying hope for a future where citizens’ fundamental rights are protected and their voices heard.

As the leader of the democracy movement in Venezuela, Maria Corina Machado is one of the most extraordinary examples of civilian courage in Latin America in recent times,” the committee noted, praising her role in uniting a once deeply divided opposition around the goal of free and representative elections.

“At a time when democracy is under threat, it is more important than ever to defend this common ground,” Frydnes said.The committee recalled that Venezuela “has evolved from a relatively democratic and prosperous country to a brutal, authoritarian state that is now suffering a humanitarian and economic crisis” mired in humanitarian and economic crisis, with millions living in poverty and nearly eight million forced to flee.

It also cited the regime’s systematic repression through electoral manipulation, judicial persecution and imprisonment of opponents.

Machado, founder of the civil organization Súmate, has advocated for free and fair elections for more than two decades.

Her presidential candidacy for Venezuela’s 2024 elections was blocked by authorities, and she has since lived in hiding due to threats to her life.

“Despite serious threats against her life she has remained in the country, a choice that has inspired millions of people,” Frydnes said.

The Nobel Committee said Machado fulfills the three principles outlined by Alfred Nobel for the Peace Prize: resistance to militarization, dedication to human rights, and steadfast pursuit of a peaceful democratic transition.

Each Nobel Prize this year carries a monetary award of 11 million Swedish crowns (about $1.2 million). The Peace Prize will be presented in Oslo on Dec.10, alongside ceremonies in Stockholm for the other Nobel awards.

The committee said it was too soon to know whether Machado will be able to travel to Oslo to collect the Nobel Peace Prize, citing unresolved security concerns.

“It is too early to say. We always hope to have the laureates with us in Oslo, but there is a serious security situation that needs to be resolved first,” said Frydnes said.

Asked about the possible impact of the prize on Machado’s situation in Venezuela, Frydnes said he hopes it will strengthen her cause.

“It’s one of the toughest dilemmas the committee faces each year, especially when the laureate lives in hiding or under threat. She has been and continues to be active in Venezuela. We believe this prize will support her cause, not limit it,” he said. 


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Modi and Starmer Hail UK–India Trade Deal as New Investments Flow In

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Mumbai, India — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on Thursday praised the recently concluded UK–India trade agreement, calling it transformative and a symbol of renewed economic partnership between the two nations.

Signed in July, the trade deal aims to reduce tariffs on a wide range of goods — from textiles and whisky to cars and spices — while opening new market opportunities for businesses on both sides. The agreement targets a £25.5 billion ($34 billion) boost in bilateral trade by 2040.

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Starmer, addressing the India–UK CEO Forum in Mumbai, said trade and investment had already surged since the deal’s signing.
“In the three months since we actually signed that deal, we’ve seen a £6 billion boost in trade and investment,” he noted, emphasizing that this growth builds upon last year’s gains.

Both countries are recalibrating trade relations in the wake of tariff pressures from the United States, which recently imposed higher duties on Indian goods over its ongoing trade with Russia. Despite securing its own trade deal with Washington, the UK has also faced moderate tariffs.

Prime Minister Modi expressed optimism that bilateral trade, currently valued at $56 billion, would double well before the 2030 target.
“India’s dynamism and the UK’s expertise together create a unique synergy,” Modi said, adding that Starmer’s visit reflects the new energy and broad vision driving the partnership.

Starmer’s two-day trade mission to India included over 100 leaders from the UK’s business, cultural, and academic sectors. He underscored that his visit aimed to double down on the potential of the trade deal and urged investors to look toward Britain.
“This is just the start,” he said at a fintech event. “It’s time to invest in the United Kingdom, invest in this relationship, and invest in our shared future.”

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs announced a series of joint initiatives, including a Connectivity and Innovation Centre, a Joint AI Centre, and a Critical Minerals Industry Guild to strengthen supply chains and promote green technology.

According to Downing Street, 64 Indian companies have pledged to invest £1.3 billion ($1.73 billion) in the UK — expected to create around 6,900 new jobs.

Earlier in the day, Starmer met Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, who said the two sides discussed ways to deepen India–UK trade and economic partnership for mutual prosperity. Both leaders reaffirmed their ambition to double bilateral trade by 2030 and to reposition the Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) to oversee the pact’s implementation.

The UK–India trade agreement also opens up Britain’s financial, professional, and technology services to a market of 1.4 billion people, with India projected to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030.


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Raj Kumar Singh Named India’s Next Ambassador to Honduras

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New Delhi, India – The Government of India has announced the concurrent accreditation of Shri Raj Kumar Singh (IFS: 1996) as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Honduras, with residence in Guatemala City. Singh, who is presently serving as Ambassador of India to the Republic of Guatemala, is expected to take up his new assignment shortly, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in an official release.

Raj Kumar Singh assumed charge as Ambassador of India to Guatemala in September 2025, concurrently accredited to El Salvador and Honduras. Born on December 10, 1968, Ambassador Singh holds a Master’s degree in History and an M.Phil. in Chinese Studies.

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According to the Ministry of External Affairs, Singh served as Joint Secretary in the Ministry from May 2023 to August 2025, where he was involved in several important policy initiatives and international engagements. Prior to that, he served as Director in the Ministry of External Affairs from June 2017 to April 2023, contributing to India’s diplomatic efforts across multiple regions.

Earlier in his career, he worked as Under Secretary in the PAI and East Africa Divisions between October 2000 and July 2003, handling crucial assignments related to India’s engagement with Africa and other partner nations.

Raj Kumar Singh joined the Indian Foreign Service in 1996, beginning his diplomatic career as an Officer Trainee at the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi. Over nearly three decades of service, he has developed extensive experience in foreign policy, regional diplomacy, and administrative leadership, representing India in various capacities both at home and abroad.


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Death toll rises to 15 after landslide buries bus in Indian Himalayas

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New Delhi, India – At least 15 people were killed Tuesday evening after a landslide struck a bus traveling through India’s northern state of Himachal Pradesh, officials said Wednesday.

“In this horrific mishap, 15 people lost their lives, including nine men, four women, and two innocent children, while two children were injured, and the search for one continues,” Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri said in a post on X (formerly Twitter), Reuters reported.

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The National Disaster Response Force also confirmed the toll. Assistant Commandant Karam Singh told ANI news that the incident occurred around 6:50 p.m. local time. He said about 18 people were on board, and that while 15 bodies have been recovered, “two live victims may yet be rescued, and one person is still missing.”

Rescue teams have continued searching amid heavy rains that destabilized mountain slopes across the region. The bus was struck by falling rocks and mud along a mountainous roadway in Bilaspur district.

The landslide comes amid a violent monsoon season across the Himalayas. India’s meteorological department reported some districts have recorded rainfall exceeding 40% above historical norms, causing the ground to saturate and increasing the risk of such disasters.

Environmental groups warn that the fragile geology of Himalayan slopes is being further stressed by climate change and large infrastructure projects such as highways and dams, which can destabilize hillsides.

In addition to the tragedy in Bilaspur, the state of Himachal Pradesh has recorded more than 100 major landslides this monsoon season, with hundreds of deaths attributed to rain-related events.

This event follows a sequence of climate-linked disasters in the region, including flooding in neighboring Uttarakhand earlier this year that left dozens dead and thousands displaced. 


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Takaichi elected Japan’s ruling party leader, likely next PM

Tokyo, Japan — Former Economic Security Minister Sanae Takaichi has been elected leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) after defeating Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi in a closely watched runoff on Saturday. Her victory all but guarantees she will become Japan’s next prime minister, succeeding Shigeru Ishiba, who announced his resignation last month.

In the first round of voting, LDP lawmakers cast 295 ballots, matched by another 295 from rank-and-file members. Takaichi took an early lead with 183 votes, followed by Koizumi with 164. The two advanced to a runoff, where only lawmakers and the 47 prefectural chapters of the party participated. Takaichi secured 185 votes, defeating Koizumi, who received 156.

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Among the five contenders, Takaichi, Koizumi, and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi were considered the frontrunners. The other candidates were former Economic Security Minister Takayuki Kobayashi and former Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi.

The 64-year-old Takaichi will become Japan’s first female prime minister, a historic milestone for a country that has never had a woman lead its government. Her three-year term as LDP president will run until 2027.

The leadership transition comes after the LDP’s coalition with its junior partner, the Komeito party, lost its majority in both houses of parliament earlier this year. Despite these setbacks, the ruling bloc still holds the largest number of seats, ensuring Takaichi’s swift confirmation as prime minister later this month.

Takaichi is widely regarded as a staunch conservative, advocating for stronger national defense, constitutional revision, and cautious engagement with China and North Korea. She has also emphasized economic resilience and supply-chain security, particularly in strategic sectors such as semiconductors and energy.

Koizumi, 44, son of former Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, enjoyed strong support among younger lawmakers and reform-minded members of the party. He was seen as a modernizing force who could appeal to younger voters and urban constituencies.

In contrast, Takaichi drew her strength from the party’s conservative base and regional networks. Her election reflects the LDP’s continued preference for stability and traditional values amid global uncertainty and domestic challenges.

Outgoing Prime Minister Ishiba, who took office just last year, stepped down following his party’s poor performance in the upper house elections in July and the lower house vote in October 2024. His early resignation brought forward the leadership race originally slated for 2027.

Takaichi’s immediate challenges as Japan’s next leader will include addressing slowing economic growth, rising defense costs, and public concerns over political transparency. Internationally, she will be tasked with maintaining Japan’s strong alliance with the United States while navigating increasingly complex relations with China, South Korea, and Russia.

Her election marks the beginning of a new chapter in Japanese politics — one that could redefine both the nation’s leadership image and its policy direction in the years ahead.


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Czech Republic holds parliamentary elections, Andrej Babiš ahead

Prague, Czech Republic — Voting is underway in the Czech Republic’s two-day parliamentary elections, which began Friday afternoon, to fill all 200 seats in the Chamber of Deputies, the lower house of parliament.

Polling stations opened at 2 p.m. local time, with about 8 million eligible voters expected to cast their ballots across the country.

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Pre-election surveys indicate that six to seven parties could enter parliament, with the populist ANO movement, led by billionaire and former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, emerging as the front-runner. His main rival is the Spolu (Together) coalition, led by Prime Minister Petr Fiala. Other contenders include STAN, the Pirate Party, SPD, Stacilo!, and the Motorists for Themselves Party.

In total, 26 parties and movements have fielded more than 4,400 candidates nationwide.

For the first time, Czechs living abroad can vote by mail, with around 24,000 registered postal voters by the end of August. Official results are expected Saturday evening after polls close and vote counting begins.

If Babiš secures victory, analysts say it could mark a significant shift in Czech politics, aligning the country more closely with Hungary’s Viktor Orbán and Slovakia’s Robert Fico — both leaders known for their populist stances and opposition to providing military aid to Ukraine.

Citizens vote at a polling station in Prague, the Czech Republic, Oct. 3, 2025. Photo : ZHANG HAOFU / XINHUA

Last year, Babiš, along with his ally Viktor Orbán, co-founded the new “Patriots for Europe” alliance in the European Parliament, marking a major departure from the liberal Renew group he was previously affiliated with. The Patriots have positioned themselves as staunch critics of EU policies on migration, climate change, and what they describe as Brussels’ overreach into national affairs. The group advocates for stronger protection of national sovereignty and a rebalancing of power between EU institutions and member states.

While Babiš has rejected claims that he shares the pro-Russian sympathies of some members of the alliance, his campaign rhetoric and policy priorities suggest a more cautious approach toward Ukraine. He has indicated plans to end a Czech initiative that has secured millions of artillery shells for Kyiv, and has avoided fully committing to NATO’s goal of significantly increasing defense spending.

In contrast, the current government under Petr Fiala has been one of Ukraine’s strongest supporters within the European Union, providing substantial humanitarian and military aid, including tanks and ammunition. The Czech Republic has also taken in around half a million Ukrainian refugees since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, earning international recognition for its response.

As the ballots are cast, the outcome will not only determine the future direction of Czech domestic politics but could also reshape the country’s role within the European Union and its stance on critical issues such as the war in Ukraine, defense policy, and the balance between nationalism and European integration.


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World Awaits 2025 Nobel Prizes Across Medicine, Science, Literature, Peace, and Economics

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Stockholm, Sweden — The Nobel Prize winners will be announced next week, spotlighting some of the world’s most prestigious honors for achievements in medicine, physics, chemistry, literature, economics, and peace.

The laureates will join a distinguished list of past winners, from Albert Einstein to Mother Teresa, recognized for making extraordinary contributions to humanity. For the Peace Prize, former U.S. President Donald Trump has been nominated multiple times by both domestic and international figures since 2018. Most recently, in December, a Republican congresswoman proposed his name for the award in recognition of his role in brokering the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations between Israel and several Arab states.

A history of the Nobel Prizes

The Nobel Prizes were created by Alfred Nobel, a 19th-century Swedish businessman and chemist who held more than 300 patents. He is best known for inventing dynamite, a more stable form of nitroglycerine, which became widely used in construction, mining, and the weapons industry, making him very wealthy. Toward the end of his life, Nobel decided to use his fortune to fund annual prizes for those who, in his words, “have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind” in the preceding year.

The first Nobel Prizes — in medicine, physics, chemistry, literature, and peace — were awarded in 1901, five years after Nobel’s death. In 1968, a sixth prize for economics was created by Sweden’s central bank. Though technically not part of Nobel’s original vision, the economics prize is presented alongside the others each year.

The Nobel nomination process

None of the nominations are announced by the prizes’ respective committees, and the Nobel statutes prohibit judges from discussing their deliberations for 50 years. However, nominators may choose to make their recommendations public. Candidates cannot nominate themselves but can be nominated multiple times by others, including members of each prize’s panel.

Each prize’s committee operates slightly differently, but all strive to honor Nobel’s wish that the winners have conferred benefit to humankind. The Peace Prize committee is unique in regularly rewarding achievements from the previous year and is the only prize awarded in Oslo, Norway. Science prizes, awarded in Stockholm, often recognize work decades after it was done, ensuring breakthroughs have stood the test of time.

The program for this year’s Nobels

The 2025 Nobel Prize announcements begin Monday with the medicine prize at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm. Physics follows on Tuesday, chemistry on Wednesday, and literature on Thursday. The Nobel Peace Prize will be announced Friday, and the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences on October 13.

The awards will be presented on December 10, the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death. Each prize carries a cash award of 11 million Swedish kronor (nearly $1.2 million), along with an 18-carat gold medal and a diploma. Up to three laureates can share the prize money for each category.

As anticipation builds, the world waits to see who will join this elite group of Nobel laureates, recognized for shaping science, culture, and global peace.


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Morocco’s Gen Z Protests Enter Sixth Night After Deadly Police Crackdown killed 3 people


Youth-led demonstrators demand better schools and hospitals and call for Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch to resign, as unrest spreads across at least a dozen cities


Rabat, Morocco — Youth-led demonstrators in Morocco took to the streets on Thursday for a sixth straight night despite fears of further violence after police shot and killed three people the night before.

The protests, led by a loose movement known as Gen Z 212, have swept through at least a dozen cities, including Casablanca, Rabat and Agadir. Crowds chanted for better schools, improved hospitals, and the resignation of Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch. While largely peaceful, some marches have devolved into riots, with banks looted, shops damaged, and cars set ablaze.

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The protests were sparked by public anger over the deaths of eight women in childbirth at a hospital in Agadir, which many see as emblematic of the country’s deteriorating healthcare system. That anger has combined with frustration over massive government spending on stadiums and infrastructure for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, while social services remain underfunded.

On Wednesday night, three people were killed when police opened fire on protesters in Leqliaa, a small town outside Agadir. The Interior Ministry claimed they were attempting to seize police weapons, though eyewitnesses have not confirmed that account. Authorities said 354 people were injured during the unrest, most of them law enforcement officers, and more than 1,000 protesters were arrested.

Despite the deaths, Thursday’s demonstrations remained largely peaceful. Protesters directed their anger at Prime Minister Akhannouch, chanting “The people want to topple Akhannouch” and “Government out!” In some cities, crowds also appealed directly to King Mohammed VI, urging him to intervene against the government.

In his first public remarks since the unrest began, Akhannouch expressed sorrow over the deaths and praised police for maintaining order. He said the government was prepared to respond “favorably” to the protesters’ concerns, without providing details. “The approach based on dialogue is the only way to deal with the various problems faced by our country,” he said.

The Interior Ministry estimates that 70 percent of the protesters are minors, underscoring the youth-driven nature of the uprising. With parliamentary elections scheduled for 2026 and Morocco set to host the Africa Cup of Nations next year, the demonstrations highlight growing frustration among younger generations over corruption, economic inequality, and inadequate public services.

One popular chant heard throughout the week was: “Health care first, we don’t want the World Cup.” Another refrain captured the sentiment even more sharply: “Stadiums are here, but where are the hospitals?”

As the Gen Z 212 movement grows, many fear the protests could spread further in the coming days. For now, Morocco’s youth insist their demands are clear: dignity, health, education, and accountability.

Violence Erupts as Morocco Protests Continue

Protests in Morocco turned violent on Wednesday evening, with clashes reported in several cities following days of mass arrests, particularly in areas struggling with unemployment and poor social services.

The Moroccan Association for Human Rights said more than 1,000 people have been detained, including some arrested on live TV and others captured on video by local media.

Despite warnings from authorities and calls from the Gen Z 212 movement urging peaceful demonstrations, clashes intensified. Footage shows protesters throwing rocks and setting vehicles on fire in towns across eastern and southern Morocco.


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Nepal Changed Government, But Madagascar’s Gen Z Faces Guns, Not Reforms why ?

Antananarivo, Madagascar — Mass protests led by young people, often referred to as “Gen Z,” are escalating in Madagascar as demonstrators demand the resignation of President Andry Rajoelina. The anger is fueled by worsening shortages of water and electricity that have crippled daily life across the island nation.

According to the United Nations, at least 22 people have been killed and nearly 100 injured in clashes between security forces and protesters since the unrest began. The violence has drawn international concern, with human rights groups urging restraint and dialogue.

Observers note that similar youth-led protests in other countries have recently forced political change. In Nepal, for example, student- and youth-driven demonstrations earlier this year prompted a government shake-up. Analysts say one reason change occurred in Kathmandu but not in Antananarivo is the differing response of security forces: while the Nepal Army largely refrained from firing on protesters, in Madagascar, the military and police have been deployed to back the government.

Some experts also draw parallels with parts of southern Africa, where militaries have often been used to shield ruling elites from dissent. “The army’s loyalty is decisive. In Madagascar, the armed forces are standing with the president, not the people,” one regional analyst explained.

With public frustration deepening and the younger generation demanding reform, the question now is whether the protests will grow into a nationwide movement capable of reshaping Madagascar’s political future—or be contained by force.


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