Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry Resigns Amid Escalating Violence and International Pressure

Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry has announced his resignation amid international pressure and a low-scale civil war in the country, agreeing to leave office once a transitional presidential council is created and an interim PM is named. The crisis in Haiti has led to violent gangs burning police stations, attacking the main airport, and raiding prisons, resulting in a humanitarian and security crisis. The international community, including the US, is discussing ways to help Haiti, and the US has deployed a security team and airlifted personnel from its embassy. The situation has led to scores of deaths, homelessness, and shortages of food and water, with heavily armed gangs controlling a significant portion of the capital. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has announced additional financial aid and support for a multinational force deployment to Haiti.