Madagascar opposition leader Andry Rajoelina, center, gives the victory sign as he parades through the streets of Antananarivo Madagascar. President Marc Ravalomanana resigned today, diplomats said, bowing to the inevitable after the army blasted its way into his offices over the weekend and let the opposition leader take control. (Alexander Joe / AFP/Getty Images)
Soldiers loyal to Madagascar opposition leader Andry Rajoelina hold up weapons. (Alexander Joe / AFP/Getty Images)
Madagascar opposition leader Andry Rajoelina, 34, waves to supporters. More than 100 people have been killed since demonstrations erupted in Madagascar in January. (Alexander Joe / AFP / Getty Images)
Opposition leader Andry Rajoelina greets supporters at a rally. The opposition also moved without resistance into the empty offices of the prime minister and named a replacement for him. (Kim Ludbrook / EPA)
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Supporters loyal to opposition leader Andry Rajoelina wave as he drives past minutes after proclaiming himself president of Madagascar at the presidential offices. (Kim Ludbrook / EPA)
Andry Rajoelina supporters celebrate his ascension to the presidency in Madagascar. (Kim Ludbrook / EPA)
Opposition supporters line the streets to see Andry Rajoelina. (Kim Ludbrook / EPA)
A Madagascan soldier guards the presidential palace after the army seized the office of Madagascan President Marc Ravalomanana and demanded his resignation. (Alexander Joe / AFP/Getty Images)
