- An army colonel has been sworn in as Madagascar's new president, just days after a military coup that forced President Andry Rajoelina into exile.
- Colonel Michel Randrianirina's appointment was formalized by the High Constitutional Court in a ceremony held on October 17.
- The swearing-in ceremony, held after President Rajoelina was impeached for dereliction of duty, marked a turbulent political week in the island nation.
- The military intervention followed weeks of violent protests sparked by severe power and water shortages.
- According to the United Nations, at least 22 people were killed and more than 100 injured during the unrest, which was condemned as an unconstitutional change of government.
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