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"Haiti's Escalating Gang Violence Sparks Mass Exodus and Political Turmoil"
Infamous Haiti gang warlord "Barbecue" suffered a setback as his top commander, Ti Greg, was killed in a shootout with police, following a mass jailbreak that has plunged the country into a state of near-collapse. The escalating gang-led violence, with over 200 gangs vying for control, has led to widespread chaos, thousands of deaths, and reports of murder, rape, arson, and kidnappings. The gangs, including Barbecue's coalition, are rumored to be preparing for a coordinated assault to seize power, while citizen vigilantes have also taken violent action against gang leaders. The unrest has prompted fears of famine, malnutrition, and the collapse of basic services, with over 1.5 million Haitians at risk and the capital city under siege.
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Haitian Gangs' 4-Day Attack Sparks Fears of Spreading Violence
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Gangs in Haiti have besieged the Solino community in Port-au-Prince for four days, prompting fears of violence spreading throughout the city. Residents have been trapped in their homes amid incessant gunfire, with homes torched and casualties reported. The attack, whose organizers are unclear, could mark a significant shift in gang control, as they are estimated to dominate up to 80% of the capital. Haiti's National Police have deployed officers to track down armed individuals causing panic, while nearby communities have erected barricades to prevent gang infiltration. Concerns are mounting over the violence spilling into other neighborhoods, prompting parents to rush to schools to pick up their children. Haiti is awaiting the deployment of a foreign armed force led by Kenya to help quell gang violence.
Kenya's Offer to Combat Gang Violence in Haiti Gains International Support
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The kidnapping of an American nurse and her child in Haiti has highlighted the country's rampant lawlessness, with over 1,000 people taken hostage for ransom in the first half of this year. Waves of crime and unrest have plagued Haiti since the assassination of former President Jovenel Moise, hindering efforts to hold crucial elections. While Prime Minister Ariel Henry and the UN Secretary General have called for a military intervention, neighboring countries have been reluctant to take the lead. Kenya has now offered to lead a multinational force to restore normalcy, but the situation remains dire as gangs continue to view kidnapping as a lucrative industry. The violence has caused thousands of Haitians to flee their homes, disrupted supply lines, and weakened the social fabric. Despite occasional moments of peace, the country remains trapped in a cycle of violence, with recent attacks prompting the US State Department to order the evacuation of non-emergency personnel.