A tense shadow fell over the capital as President Michael Randrianirina reportedly survived a third assassination attempt on Friday.
Guards scrambled into action after two surveillance drones tracked the president’s motorcade during his evening commute toward the official residence.
Security details fired upon the aerial intruders, though the high-flying targets managed to retreat into the darkening sky, officials said.
This high-tech pursuit follows a similar chilling incident on Thursday, where another drone shadowed the president’s vehicle before being repelled.
A fragile peace now grips the Indian Ocean island nation, which has faced deep political instability following recent major uprisings.
Randrianirina assumed power after widespread Gen Z protests over severe utility shortages successfully ousted the former leader, Andry Rajoelina.
Despite the atmospheric pressure of these mounting threats, the president remains publicly undeterred in his sweeping mission to reform the country.
The administration continues to move forward with transitional infrastructure plans, aiming to host pivotal democratic general elections next year.
An active manhunt is currently underway across Antananarivo as intelligence officials sweep the capital to locate the drone operators.