Madagascar and France Clash Over Security Concerns
Madagascar declares French diplomat persona non grata. French ambassador summoned for decision on diplomat expulsion. Guy Baret detained for plotting infrastructure sabotage. WhatsApp group 'Revolution of the Brave Citizens' linked to mutiny plots. French ministry rejects sabotage allegations as false. Social media claims 'French mercenaries' arrived on island. Madagascar trains local forces with Russian military instructors. Presidential elections scheduled for 2027 under transition roadmap