From Sheikh Hasina To Gaddafi: World Political Leaders Who Escaped When Their Rule Collapsed
Many leaders once considered untouchable have found themselves fleeing their countries or going into hiding to escape imprisonment, execution, or political reprisals by successor regimes, often following revolutions, military coups, or mass uprisings. The latest to join this list is Andry Rajoelina, the president of Madagascar, who was ousted in a military coup this week after weeks of Gen Z-led protests over economic hardship, limited opportunities, and persistent power shortages in the Indian Ocean island nation. Here's a look at other leaders who met a similar fate.
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What Happens To Russia If Iran Weakens? Putin’s Dilemma In West Asia
With Iran under direct military assault from Israel and facing increasing international isolation, many analysts believe that a shift in power dynamics could leave Russia more vulnerable in West Asia.
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