What is most surprising to me is that this seems just like a repeat of what happened in 2002 as far as the people’s situation is concerned. They are holed up in their houses and most businesses and schools are closed (although fortunately cell phones and the JIRAMA (electricity and water) are working).
I have heard accusations that TGV is a puppet being controled by Ratsiraka, although this post doesn’t really talk about the interests of both sides, what does TGV have to gain from seizing power?
Also, I read that TGV was removed from office (AFP) by the minister of the interior, which cannot help the case from either side.

I wish that more international people were aware of this situation and not write it off as just “another African political crisis” as I hear from many people here.
People should be aware of what is going on in the world, especially here in the United States, although interfering might affect our nice, cheap Malagasy imports, such as clothing, lychees, amongst others.

I hope that your daughter is safe and sound in Madagascar. We are all thankful for your thoughts towards the victims’ families and for the service that the PCV are providing all over the country.
A similar display of selflessness is probably needed from our leaders to find an issue to this crisis.