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"Haiti's Escalating Gang Crisis: From Prison Breaks to Government Overthrow"

Haiti declares a state of emergency and nighttime curfew after armed gang members stormed the country’s two biggest prisons, leading to a deadly weekend of violence and chaos. Prime Minister Ariel Henry is struggling to get UN peacekeepers to stabilize the country, while thousands of inmates fled during the jailbreak. The government is seeking to apprehend the escaped criminals, including those involved in the assassination of former President Jovenel Moïse. The situation has prompted the US Embassy to halt official travel to Haiti and urge American citizens to depart as soon as possible.

1 year ago•Source: USA TODAY

"Haiti in Turmoil: Gang Leader Threatens Police Chief and Ministers with Detention Amid Gunfire Chaos"

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4.135 min•1 year ago

"Haiti in Turmoil: Gang Leader Threatens Police Chief and Ministers with Detention Amid Gunfire Chaos"

Heavy gunfire paralyzed Haiti's capital as a powerful gang leader announced plans to capture the country's police chief and government ministers, leading to the closure of the airport, businesses, and schools. At least four police officers were killed, and residents fled in panic as armed gangs roamed the streets. The gang leader, known as "Barbecue," aims to prevent Prime Minister Ariel Henry from returning to Haiti, while the government seeks foreign armed forces to combat the escalating gang violence.

via The Associated Press

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