"Madagascar has detained a French serviceman, Guy Baret, who is accused of being involved in a plot to destabilise the island. Authorities have also expelled a French embassy agent linked to the investigation, indicating serious diplomatic tensions."
"Prosecutors have charged the suspects with various offenses, including spreading false information to disturb public order and plotting to sabotage critical infrastructure operated by the state utility Jirama."
"The group had planned actions initially set for April 18, and Colonel Patrick Rakotomamonjy is among those implicated, awaiting presentation before an investigating judge."
"France has summoned the charge d'affaires of the Madagascan embassy in Paris to protest the expulsion of its diplomatic official, rejecting accusations of destabilising the current regime."
Madagascar has detained a French serviceman, Guy Baret, over an alleged plot to destabilise the island. The government expelled a French embassy agent linked to the investigation. Prosecutors charged Baret and others, including Colonel Patrick Rakotomamonjy, with spreading false information and plotting sabotage against state infrastructure. The group planned actions for April 18. Madagascar, a former French colony, has a history of instability, and current President Michael Randrianirina came to power after protests against his predecessor. France protested the expulsion of its diplomatic personnel.
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