"Haiti's Escalating Gang Violence Sparks International Concern"

Armed gangs attempted to seize control of Haiti's main international airport, resulting in a gunfight with Haitian police and soldiers. The airport was closed, and all U.S. airline flights were cancelled. The attack comes amid a surge in violence following the recent prison break and a state of emergency declaration. The violence has prevented Acting Prime Minister Ariel Henry from returning to the country, with gangs aiming to remove him from power. Haiti has not held elections since President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in July 2021.