Guatemala has declared a nationwide 30-day state of emergency after gangs killed eight police officers and took hostages inside a prison, triggering a major security crisis. President Bernardo Arévalo announced the emergency measures as authorities moved to regain control and prevent further violence.

Guatemala Gang Violence: President Declares 30-Day Nationwide Emergency 

Guatemala Declares Emergency After Gangs Kill 8 Police Officers

At least 10 bodies were found in three days in a wooded area on the outskirts of Guatemala City, authorities said Sunday, linking the discovery to gang violence. The bodies had been dumped in an area where criminals often dispose of corpses, according to firefighters and local media reports. Firefighter spokesman Hans Lemus told reporters that two bodies were found on Friday, and three bodies and a human skeleton on Saturday.


Guatemala gang violence: 10 bodies, two human remains found on outskirts of Guatemala City

On Monday, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk reported that at least 184 people were killed in gang violence in Haiti's capital over the weekend. This is now being reported as an 'orchestrated attack' against Vodou practitioners by a powerful gang leader. Watch this video to find out more.

184 Killed in Haiti Capital Violence Over Weekend: UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk | GRAVITAS

Nearly 200 people were killed in Haiti over the weekend in a wave of brutal violence reportedly targeting voodoo practitioners. The government on Monday condemned the massacre, calling it an act of "unbearable cruelty" and vowed to bring those responsible to justice. Watch to know more!

Haiti Massacre: At Least 184 People Accused Of Witchcraft Killed By Gang Members | World News | WION

Terrorized by gang attacks, Haiti residents are fleeing their homes leaving everything behind. Watch this story to know more.

Haiti Gang Violence: Residents Compelled To Flee Port-Au-Prince

Haiti Violence: Gangs Intensify Attacks In Port-Au-Prince

Haiti Prime Minister has vowed to end lawlessness with the help of a Kenyan Le International Force deployed to the Caribbean Nation. The arrival of 400 Kenyan police officers and forces is an opportunity to restore order says the interim prime minister.

Haiti: 4000 police officers deployed as gang violence escalates in the nation |

Haiti: First Kenyan police officers arrive to tackle gang violence

Following an intense three-day seige by armed gunmen in Mexico's Tila, over 4,000 residents have now fled the town in fear. Once untouched by violence, the region has seen some 5,000 army troops deployed in the wake of seige.

Gang violence in Mexican town of Tila, 4,000 flee Tila following three-day seige

Haiti is facing famine with the highest number of malnourished children ever according to the country's Health Ministry. Non-government organisations have said that as many as about 82,000 children at this moment in Haiti reportedly suffer from acute malnourishment.

After Gaza, Haiti on the brink of famine

Fresh gang violence erupts in Haiti after new prime minister announced

India on Thursday launched 'Operation Indravati' to evacuate its citizens stranded in war-torn Haiti amid the intense fighting between the armed groups and the government, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said.

Operation Indravati: Indian citizens evacuated amid gang violence in Haiti

The United States has started to evacuate its citizens from the Caribbean Nation Haiti, our next report gives you all the details.

Haiti gang violence: Helicopter flight carrying 15 Americans reach Santo Domingo

Haiti gang violence: 14 Floridians evacuated from violence-hit nation

The Caribbean nation of Haiti is in the grip of its most acute humanitarian crisis since the devastating earthquake in 2010, which took lives of hundreds of thousands. Politically as well, it isn't faring much better. Elections have not been held since 2016 and the presidency remains vacant. Security situation here has plummeted since the assassination of former president, Jovenel Moise, in July 2021 and is today comparable to countries at war. Gangs have launched coordinated attacks on key facilities over the past couple of weeks, ultimately forcing the country's prime minister, Ariel Henry, to pledge that he would step down. Mohammed Saleh brings you the details.

Haitian PM to step down following gang violence

Jimmy Cherizier, the elite police officer-turned-gang leader known as “Barbecue,” has risen through Haiti’s political vacuum to become one of the country’s most powerful men...the island country is in chaos due to the recent developments. Watch to know more!

Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: Haiti conflict spreads to upscale suburbs

Haiti Gang Violence: Armed gangs attack electricity service officers, steal equipments

Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: At least 10 killed in affluent Haiti suburb

Haiti Gang Violence: At least 10 people killed in a suburb of Port-au-Prince

Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: Healthcare system near collapse, medical supplies run low

Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: US to airlift stranded citizens from Haiti

Jimmy Cherizier, the elite police officer-turned-gang leader known as “Barbecue,” has risen through Haiti’s political vacuum to become one of the country’s most powerful men. Watch to know more!

Haiti Gang Violence: Police to launch manhunt for gang leader Jimmy Cherizier

Haiti's PM Ariel Henry tendered his resignation following an emergency meeting of regional nations and appealed for calm as the country descends into chaos. Politicians in Haiti are scrambling for power as PM Ariel Henry announced he would resign.

Haitian Prime Minister pledges to step down

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