Understanding the Haiti Crisis: Unrest, Hunger, and Political Instability

Haiti is engulfed in a crisis of violence, politics, and hunger, with armed groups controlling much of the capital and a de facto president stranded in Puerto Rico. The power vacuum following the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse has led to a surge in violence, kidnappings, and killings, with armed groups taking control of key institutions. The country's political leadership has crumbled, and foreign intervention, including from the U.S., is seen as partially to blame. The situation has led to a dire humanitarian emergency, with thousands displaced and food scarcity looming. Calls for Haitian-led solutions have been made, including a proposed two-year interim government to restore order and establish fair elections.