"Pope Francis Urges Release of Six Kidnapped Nuns in Haiti"

Armed gunmen in Haiti kidnapped six nuns from the Sisters of Sainte-Anne congregation in Port-au-Prince, amidst a surge in violent activities by armed gangs and anti-government demonstrations. The local Church has strongly condemned the kidnapping, and the Bishop has called for the release of the hostages and an end to the criminal practices. The capital is grappling with increasing violence, including deadly clashes between rival gangs, while residents have set up barricades to protect themselves. Demonstrators are demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry over his handling of insecurity and the struggling economy.