Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council, led by Fritz Alphonse Jean, is confronting severe gang violence that controls 85% of Port Au Prince. A Kenyan-led multinational force, supported by the U.S., aims to restore order amidst a backdrop of democratic fragility following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise.
The Transitional Presidential Council, led by Fritz Alphonse Jean, emphasizes the critical issue of street gangs in Haiti, especially after a recent attack in Port Au Prince. These gangs control approximately 85% of the capital, which poses a significant threat to security. Jean declares, “Our country is at war and we need to be unified in order to win it.”
Despite current cuts to USAID under the Trump administration, the Kenyan-led Multinational Support Mission, with 800 personnel, remains funded and operational. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed commitments to enhance cooperation during a call with Kenyan President William Ruto.
The United Nations Security Council initially authorized this security force in 2023. Although outnumbered, they provide vital support for restoring order in Haiti amid growing chaos.
Since the assassination of President Jovenel Moise on July 7, 2021, the country’s democratic framework has become increasingly fragile, resulting in thousands of deaths and over a million displaced individuals.
Haiti faces severe challenges due to gang violence, with the Transitional Presidential Council seeking unity for the country’s safety. The Kenyan-led Multinational Support Mission remains active and supported despite economic constraints. The assassination of President Moise has further destabilized the nation, highlighting the urgent need for security and order restoration.
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