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Madagascar Seeks Return of Scattered Islands From France
Madagascar Seeks Return of Scattered Islands From France
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The Scattered Islands are located in the western Indian Ocean. They were once part of Madagascar and, like the larger island itself, later came under French... 12.10.2024, Sputnik Africa
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The Scattered Islands are Malagasy, declared Andry Rajoelina, President of Madagascar, earlier this week, noting that the sovereignty issue is still a contentious point between Madagascar and France. After Madagascar gained independence in 1960, Paris did not relinquish control of these territories, despite the UN General Assembly's 1979 proclamation recognizing Madagascar's claim to the islands.
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Madagascar Seeks Return of Scattered Islands From France
09:51 12.10.2024 (Updated: 11:10 14.10.2024) Ekaterina Shilova
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The Scattered Islands are located in the western Indian Ocean. They were once part of Madagascar and, like the larger island itself, later came under French protectorate.