wonder what russia’s angle is here—madagascar’s not exactly a major global player, but maybe it’s a strategic thing for africa. feels like cold war vibes all over again.
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Russia deepens African ties. Moscow delivered armoured vehicles, weapons and training to Madagascar’s five-month-old military regime after talks between Vladimir Putin and President Michael Randrianirina. The junta seized power last October amid unrest over shortages, then made Moscow its first diplomatic stop. Russia has since sent troops, helicopters and cyclone aid, signalling rapid strategic alignment. France’s historic influence has waned as Madagascar pivots east. The Kremlin continues courting fragile African states, expanding security partnerships across the continent.
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wonder what russia’s angle is here—madagascar’s not exactly a major global player, but maybe it’s a strategic thing for africa. feels like cold war vibes all over again.
Russia deepens African ties. Moscow delivered armoured vehicles, weapons and training to Madagascar’s five-month-old military regime after talks between Vladimir Putin and President Michael Randrianirina. The junta seized power last October amid unrest over shortages, then made Moscow its first diplomatic stop. Russia has since sent troops, helicopters and cyclone aid, signalling rapid strategic alignment. France’s historic influence has waned as Madagascar pivots east. The Kremlin continues courting fragile African states, expanding security partnerships across the continent.
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