<p>Haiti&nbsp;government, on Friday (Apr 13) formalised the creation of a nine-member transitional presidential council, which will be tasked with choosing the country’s next prime minister and Cabinet, a long-awaited move amid the ongoing violence in the gang-ravaged Caribbean country.</p>

<h2><strong>Nine-member council established</strong></h2>

<p>The announcement about the formation of the council was in a decree published Friday in a Haitian government gazette.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the official state journal, Prime Minister Ariel Henry, who was expected to resign immediately after the council was formed, will remain in power till a new premier is chosen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A provision in the decree allows the current PM to make the “necessary arrangements” ahead of the new appointments.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Those chosen, according to the official state journal, would then “participate, in agreement with the prime minister, in the formation of an inclusive ministers’ cabinet.”</p>

<p>It will have&nbsp;seven voting members and two non-voting observers which will be tasked with choosing the new PM and an&nbsp;“impartial” electoral council, said the decree.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;council will have&nbsp;members from&nbsp;political parties or social sectors, while two non-voting seats have been reportedly represented by someone from Haiti’s civil society and its religious sector.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the decree does not name the council members or mention a timeline for installing the council and replacing the incumbent PM who said he would step down in a month&nbsp;once his successor was in place.</p>

<p>“The establishment of the...politically inclusive council signals the possibility of a new beginning for Haiti,” Caricom, a Caribbean trade bloc, who helped form the council, said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It added that the council “will take the troubled country through elections to the restoration of the lapsed state institutions and constitutional government.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the first priority would be to “urgently address” the security situation in Port-au-Prince so that schools and businesses can reopen and people can travel freely and access basic supplies, said&nbsp;Caricom,</p>

<p>It also calls on the council to help speed up the deployment of international troops Henry requested in 2022 to aid police in mitigating the rise of gang violence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The council, according to the decree, will be headquartered in the National Palace in downtown Port-au-Prince, which as per media reports has repeatedly come under fire in recent weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Situation in Haiti</strong></h2>

<p>Nearly 95,000 people have fled the metropolitan area of the capital Port-au-Prince in the last month as criminal gangs have cemented their control.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Local media reports, after the announcement, reported more gunfire in parts of the capital city.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pierre Fritz Chenet, a police officer, was fatally shot while visiting relatives on the port side of the city, a police union spokesperson said, as per Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>More than 1,550 people have been killed across Haiti and more than 820 injured between January to March 22, according to the United Nations data.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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Haiti government, on Friday (Apr 13) formalised the creation of a nine-member transitional presidential council, which will be tasked with choosing the country’s next prime minister and Cabinet, a long-awaited move amid the ongoing violence in the gang-ravaged Caribbean country.

Haiti government, on Friday (Apr 13) formalised the creation of a nine-member transitional presidential council, which will be tasked with choosing the country’s next prime minister and Cabinet, a long-awaited move amid the ongoing violence in the gang-ravaged Caribbean country. Nine-member council established The announcement about the formation of the council was in a decree published Friday in a Haitian government gazette. According to the official state journal, Prime Minister Ariel Henry, who was expected to resign immediately after the council was formed, will remain in power till a new premier is chosen. A provision in the decree allows the current PM to make the “necessary arrangements” ahead of the new appointments. Also Read | US judge declines to dismiss gun charges against President Joe Biden's son Hunter Those chosen, according to the official state journal, would then “participate, in agreement with the prime minister, in the formation of an inclusive ministers’ cabinet.” It will have seven voting members and two non-voting observers which will be tasked with choosing the new PM and an “impartial” electoral council, said the decree. The council will have members from political parties or social sectors, while two non-voting seats have been reportedly represented by someone from Haiti’s civil society and its religious sector. However, the decree does not name the council members or mention a timeline for installing the council and replacing the incumbent PM who said he would step down in a month once his successor was in place. “The establishment of the...politically inclusive council signals the possibility of a new beginning for Haiti,” Caricom, a Caribbean trade bloc, who helped form the council, said in a statement. It added that the council “will take the troubled country through elections to the restoration of the lapsed state institutions and constitutional government.” However, the first priority would be to “urgently address” the security situation in Port-au-Prince so that schools and businesses can reopen and people can travel freely and access basic supplies, said Caricom, It also calls on the council to help speed up the deployment of international troops Henry requested in 2022 to aid police in mitigating the rise of gang violence. The council, according to the decree, will be headquartered in the National Palace in downtown Port-au-Prince, which as per media reports has repeatedly come under fire in recent weeks. Situation in Haiti Nearly 95,000 people have fled the metropolitan area of the capital Port-au-Prince in the last month as criminal gangs have cemented their control. Also Read | Iran-backed Hezbollah fires dozens of missiles towards Northern Israel Local media reports, after the announcement, reported more gunfire in parts of the capital city. Pierre Fritz Chenet, a police officer, was fatally shot while visiting relatives on the port side of the city, a police union spokesperson said, as per Reuters. More than 1,550 people have been killed across Haiti and more than 820 injured between January to March 22, according to the United Nations data. (With inputs from agencies)

Haiti establishes long-awaited transition council to choose new PM, leaders amid crisis

<p>American YouTuber Addison Pierre Maalouf, known in the world of social media as YourFellowArab or just “Arab", was kidnapped in Haiti by one of the gangs that have become the country's de facto rulers. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The YouTuber was kidnapped while he was trying to get an interview with the country's most notorious gang leader&nbsp;'Barbecue'.</p>

<p>Maalouf had travelled from his home in Atlanta and reached to get the interview of Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier, who is the head of the notorious G9 Family and Allies gang which has taken over the government, as per Haiti 24.net.</p>

<p>However, just 24 hours after he reached the country, the members of the 400 Mawozo gang kidnapped Maalouf and a Haitian colleague on March 14.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Haitian outlet reports, the man has been kept for a $600,000 ransom, and although $40,000 has already been given to them, the notorious gang is asking for a large sum of money to release Maalouf.</p>

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<h2><strong>YouTuber says 'If I die...'</strong></h2>

<p>After the news of the disappearance of the YouTuber circulated online on Thursday (Mar 28), his fellow streamer Lalem confirmed that the gang had indeed taken his friend hostage.</p>

<p>“Tried keeping it private for two weeks, but it’s getting out everywhere now,” said Lalem, in a post on X.</p>

<p>“Yes, Arab has been kidnapped in Haiti and we’re working on getting him out,” he added, promising, “he’ll be out soon.”</p>

<p>He also shared the last video which was posted by Maalouf online in which he was showing his viewers a hotel in Haiti and informing them about the dangers looming in the country.</p>

<p>He further said, in the video, that he and his crew wanted to travel to the capital city of Port-au-Prince but they were waiting till the early morning hours so that they could arrive in the sunlight.</p>

<p>Maalouf further emphasised that Port-au-Prince is “completely run by gangs” and even though they had secured safe passage, “all it takes is one stupid gang member holding an AK-47 for one thing to go wrong.”</p>

<p>On March 10, he had&nbsp;posted that he was “going on another one of those trips.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Haiti government declares state of emergency as violence escalates</strong></p>

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<p>“If I die, thanks for watching what I’ve put out,” he shared on X. “If I live, all glory to God," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, another YouTuber, Miles “Lord Miles” Routledge said that he has directly spoken with Maalouf using his kidnappers’ phone.</p>

<p>He said that Maalouf reached the country with “fixer” Sean Roubens Jean Sacra to shoot the ongoing riots in Haiti. “Arab has been kept in a cage in a place on the eastern outskirts of the capital, Port-au-Prince. His location is known," &nbsp;Routledge wrote.</p>

<p>He added that an attempt was made to pay the ransom, “but it went wrong and truthfully everyone was out of their depths to help Arab.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


American YouTuber Addison Pierre Maalouf, known in the world of social media as YourFellowArab or just “Arab", was kidnapped in Haiti by one of the gangs that have become the country's de facto rulers.

American YouTuber Addison Pierre Maalouf, known in the world of social media as YourFellowArab or just “Arab", was kidnapped in Haiti by one of the gangs that have become the country's de facto rulers. The YouTuber was kidnapped while he was trying to get an interview with the country's most notorious gang leader 'Barbecue'. Maalouf had travelled from his home in Atlanta and reached to get the interview of Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier, who is the head of the notorious G9 Family and Allies gang which has taken over the government, as per Haiti 24.net. However, just 24 hours after he reached the country, the members of the 400 Mawozo gang kidnapped Maalouf and a Haitian colleague on March 14. According to the Haitian outlet reports, the man has been kept for a $600,000 ransom, and although $40,000 has already been given to them, the notorious gang is asking for a large sum of money to release Maalouf. Also Read: Operation Indravati: Evacuated citizens from Haiti extend heartfelt gratitude to govt for quick response YouTuber says 'If I die...' After the news of the disappearance of the YouTuber circulated online on Thursday (Mar 28), his fellow streamer Lalem confirmed that the gang had indeed taken his friend hostage. “Tried keeping it private for two weeks, but it’s getting out everywhere now,” said Lalem, in a post on X. “Yes, Arab has been kidnapped in Haiti and we’re working on getting him out,” he added, promising, “he’ll be out soon.” He also shared the last video which was posted by Maalouf online in which he was showing his viewers a hotel in Haiti and informing them about the dangers looming in the country. He further said, in the video, that he and his crew wanted to travel to the capital city of Port-au-Prince but they were waiting till the early morning hours so that they could arrive in the sunlight. Maalouf further emphasised that Port-au-Prince is “completely run by gangs” and even though they had secured safe passage, “all it takes is one stupid gang member holding an AK-47 for one thing to go wrong.” On March 10, he had posted that he was “going on another one of those trips.” Watch: Haiti government declares state of emergency as violence escalates “If I die, thanks for watching what I’ve put out,” he shared on X. “If I live, all glory to God," he added. Meanwhile, another YouTuber, Miles “Lord Miles” Routledge said that he has directly spoken with Maalouf using his kidnappers’ phone. He said that Maalouf reached the country with “fixer” Sean Roubens Jean Sacra to shoot the ongoing riots in Haiti. “Arab has been kept in a cage in a place on the eastern outskirts of the capital, Port-au-Prince. His location is known," Routledge wrote. He added that an attempt was made to pay the ransom, “but it went wrong and truthfully everyone was out of their depths to help Arab.” (With inputs from agencies)

US YouTuber YourFellowArab tries to meet Haiti gang leader ‘Barbecue’, gets kidnapped

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The Caribbean nation of Haiti has been held hostage by armed gangs for over three weeks now. Taking advantage of prime minister Ariel Henry's absence late last month, multiple armed groups launched coordinated attacks on key facilities including police stations, police academies & the international airport. Under mounting international pressure and stranded in Puerto Rico, the Prime Minister Ariel Henry pledged to step down once a transition council and an interim prime minister is appointed.

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<p>As gang violence erupts amidst political turmoil in Haiti, India has initiated a critical operation to evacuate its nationals from the embattled nation. Codenamed Operation Indravati, twelve Indian nationals have been successfully evacuated to safety to neighbouring Dominican Republic.</p>

<p>"Fully committed to the security and well-being of our nationals abroad," &nbsp;EAM Jaishankar in a social media post said, underscoring India's unwavering dedication to safeguarding its citizens in challenging circumstances.</p>

<p>This commitment has been further demonstrated through the establishment of a dedicated control room by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), along with the issuance of emergency helpline numbers to provide assistance and support to those affected.&nbsp;</p>

<p>EAM also expressed gratitude for the support extended by the Dominican Republic in evacuation of its nationals. The operation, spearheaded by Indian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Ramu Abbagani on the ground aims to relocate Indians from Haiti to the neighbouring Dominican Republic. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Amidst the chaos and uncertainty gripping Haiti, the evacuated Indian citizens expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Indian government for their prompt response and unwavering support during this challenging period.</p>

<p>One evacuated Indian said, "very proud to be an Indian, holding Indian passport. Would like to thank, Indian embassy, very quick, and like to say thank to Indian Govt, Modi hai to Mumkin hai (If its Modi, it is possible)."</p>

<p>While another Indian said, "grateful to Government of India, great coordination by Indian embassy".</p>

<p>The urgency of the situation became apparent as reports emerged of gang violence escalating across Haiti, posing a grave threat to the safety of foreign nationals residing in the country.</p>

<p>With an estimated 80 Indians present in Haiti, the need for immediate evacuation measures became imperative.</p>


As gang violence erupts amidst political turmoil in Haiti, India has initiated a critical operation to evacuate its nationals from the embattled nation. Codenamed Operation Indravati, twelve Indian nationals have been successfully evacuated to safety to neighbouring Dominican Republic.

As gang violence erupts amidst political turmoil in Haiti, India has initiated a critical operation to evacuate its nationals from the embattled nation. Codenamed Operation Indravati, twelve Indian nationals have been successfully evacuated to safety to neighbouring Dominican Republic. "Fully committed to the security and well-being of our nationals abroad," EAM Jaishankar in a social media post said, underscoring India's unwavering dedication to safeguarding its citizens in challenging circumstances. This commitment has been further demonstrated through the establishment of a dedicated control room by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), along with the issuance of emergency helpline numbers to provide assistance and support to those affected. EAM also expressed gratitude for the support extended by the Dominican Republic in evacuation of its nationals. The operation, spearheaded by Indian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Ramu Abbagani on the ground aims to relocate Indians from Haiti to the neighbouring Dominican Republic. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty gripping Haiti, the evacuated Indian citizens expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Indian government for their prompt response and unwavering support during this challenging period. One evacuated Indian said, "very proud to be an Indian, holding Indian passport. Would like to thank, Indian embassy, very quick, and like to say thank to Indian Govt, Modi hai to Mumkin hai (If its Modi, it is possible)." While another Indian said, "grateful to Government of India, great coordination by Indian embassy". The urgency of the situation became apparent as reports emerged of gang violence escalating across Haiti, posing a grave threat to the safety of foreign nationals residing in the country. With an estimated 80 Indians present in Haiti, the need for immediate evacuation measures became imperative.

Operation Indravati: Evacuated citizens from Haiti extend heartfelt gratitude to govt for quick response

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.

Haiti gang violence: India starts evacuating citizens from Haiti by launching Operation Indravati

‘Operation Indravati’ to evacuate stranded Indians in Haiti launched

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

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<p>The Indian government has initiated operation Indravati to evacuate its citizens from the violence hit nation of Haiti.&nbsp;S. Jaishankar, the Minister of External Affairs, said on social media that 12 Indian citizens had been evacuated from the Caribbean nation on Thursday (March 21).</p>

<p>"India begins Operation Indravati to evacuate its nationals from Haiti to the Dominican Republic.&nbsp;12 Indians evacuated today," he said on X.</p>

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<p>He also reassured his compatriots that in the event of an emergency or unfavorable circumstance, the government would look after its citizens residing abroad.</p>

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<p>"Totally dedicated to ensuring the safety and welfare of our citizens overseas, we express gratitude to the Dominican Republic's government for their assistance," the external affairs minister&nbsp;said.</p>

<p>Earlier, the United States started to fly out its citizens from Haiti by helicopter as reports of fresh fighting emerged in the gang-dominated capital of the Caribbean country.</p>

<p>There were also reports of fierce gunfire in some of the wealthiest enclaves of Port-au-Prince.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to the reporters, State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel on Wednesday (Mar 20) said that the government-chartered aircraft have started the process of ferrying the Americans from Port-au-Prince to the Dominican Republic.</p>

<h2>Hunger crisis in Haiti</h2>

<p>According to a report by the UN food agency, nearly 4 million people in Haiti are facing food insecurity and hunger due to a wide range of factors, primarily&nbsp;gang violence.</p>

<p>A total of 360,000 people have been displaced in the country, and the number of people affected by hunger is likely to further increase to 1 million in the coming days.</p>

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<p>Port-au-Prince has been turned into "a bubble" where gangs control the roads, the port and airport are closed and no one can get in or get out, said the UN agency.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Indian government has initiated operation Indravati to evacuate its citizens from the violence hit nation of Haiti. S. Jaishankar, the Minister of External Affairs, said on social media that 12 Indian citizens had been evacuated from the Caribbean nation on Thursday (March 21).

The Indian government has initiated operation Indravati to evacuate its citizens from the violence hit nation of Haiti. S. Jaishankar, the Minister of External Affairs, said on social media that 12 Indian citizens had been evacuated from the Caribbean nation on Thursday (March 21). "India begins Operation Indravati to evacuate its nationals from Haiti to the Dominican Republic. 12 Indians evacuated today," he said on X. India begins Operation Indravati to evacuate its nationals from Haiti to the Dominican Republic. 12 Indians evacuated today. Fully committed to the security and well-being of our nationals abroad. Thank the Government of the Dominican Republic for their support. pic.twitter.com/AC3VM63EmJ — Dr. S. Jaishankar (Modi Ka Parivar) (@DrSJaishankar) March 21, 2024 × He also reassured his compatriots that in the event of an emergency or unfavorable circumstance, the government would look after its citizens residing abroad. Also read: Haiti violence: US announces charter flight to evacuate Americans; Guatemala honorary consul office ransacked "Totally dedicated to ensuring the safety and welfare of our citizens overseas, we express gratitude to the Dominican Republic's government for their assistance," the external affairs minister said. Earlier, the United States started to fly out its citizens from Haiti by helicopter as reports of fresh fighting emerged in the gang-dominated capital of the Caribbean country. There were also reports of fierce gunfire in some of the wealthiest enclaves of Port-au-Prince. Speaking to the reporters, State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel on Wednesday (Mar 20) said that the government-chartered aircraft have started the process of ferrying the Americans from Port-au-Prince to the Dominican Republic. Hunger crisis in Haiti According to a report by the UN food agency, nearly 4 million people in Haiti are facing food insecurity and hunger due to a wide range of factors, primarily gang violence. A total of 360,000 people have been displaced in the country, and the number of people affected by hunger is likely to further increase to 1 million in the coming days. Also Read: With only one hospital operating, Haiti's healthcare system collapses amid raging gang violence Port-au-Prince has been turned into "a bubble" where gangs control the roads, the port and airport are closed and no one can get in or get out, said the UN agency. (With inputs from agencies)

India begins operation Indravati to evacuate its nationals stranded in violence-hit Haiti

<p>The United States (US)&nbsp;has started to fly out its citizens from Haiti by helicopter as reports of fresh fighting emerged in the gang-dominated capital of the Caribbean country.</p>

<p>There were also reports of fierce gunfire in some of the wealthiest enclaves of Port-au-Prince.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to the reporters, State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel on Wednesday (Mar 20) said that the government-chartered aircraft have started the process of ferrying the Americans from Port-au-Prince to the Dominican Republic.</p>

<p>“The violence on the ground in Port-au-Prince has been dire and the security situation is certainly one of high risk but we would not conduct such an operation if we did not feel it was safe to do so and we did not have the expertise to conduct something like this,” said Patel.</p>

<p>According to Patel, the evacuation flights are likely to fly on a day-to-day basis and will carry 30 Americans.</p>

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<p>The department informed that 15 Americans were evacuated from Santo Domingo by helicopter and taken to the neighbouring Dominican Republic, said the department.</p>

<h2><strong>1,600 US&nbsp;citizens appeal for evacuation from Haiti&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>As per officials, nearly 1,600 US&nbsp;citizens have registered with the US State Department to leave Haiti.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday afternoon (Mar 20) announced that 14 Americans, which included families and children, evacuated from Haiti.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This will be the first of probably many flights to bring people – US citizens, Florida residents, obviously – who are in harm’s way, given what’s going on in Haiti,” said DeSantis.</p>

<p>Around 360 Floridians are present in Haiti, said Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid these evacuations, journalists and witnesses reported fresh fighting in Haiti’s capital as UNICEF chief, Catherine Russell said that the fighting this week can be compared to “a scene out of Mad Max”.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Haiti Gang Violence: Armed gangs attack electricity service officers, steal equipments</strong></p>

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<p>“Heavy gunfire [echoed] across once-peaceful communities near the Haitian capital,” the Associated Press reported after their reporters witnessed at least five bodies lying around the city’s suburbs.</p>

<h2><strong>Suspected gang members set on fire in Haiti&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Some suspected gang members lost their lives in an attack on the Petion-Ville neighbourhood outside Haiti's capital as a clash between the locals and police broke out.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Reuters, two suspected gang members, which included a leader called Makandal, were set on fire. The family home of Makandal was also set on fire.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The United States (US) has started to fly out its citizens from Haiti by helicopter as reports of fresh fighting emerged in the gang-dominated capital of the Caribbean country.

The United States (US) has started to fly out its citizens from Haiti by helicopter as reports of fresh fighting emerged in the gang-dominated capital of the Caribbean country. There were also reports of fierce gunfire in some of the wealthiest enclaves of Port-au-Prince. Speaking to the reporters, State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel on Wednesday (Mar 20) said that the government-chartered aircraft have started the process of ferrying the Americans from Port-au-Prince to the Dominican Republic. “The violence on the ground in Port-au-Prince has been dire and the security situation is certainly one of high risk but we would not conduct such an operation if we did not feel it was safe to do so and we did not have the expertise to conduct something like this,” said Patel. According to Patel, the evacuation flights are likely to fly on a day-to-day basis and will carry 30 Americans. Also Read: With only one hospital operating, Haiti's healthcare system collapses amid raging gang violence The department informed that 15 Americans were evacuated from Santo Domingo by helicopter and taken to the neighbouring Dominican Republic, said the department. 1,600 US citizens appeal for evacuation from Haiti As per officials, nearly 1,600 US citizens have registered with the US State Department to leave Haiti. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday afternoon (Mar 20) announced that 14 Americans, which included families and children, evacuated from Haiti. “This will be the first of probably many flights to bring people – US citizens, Florida residents, obviously – who are in harm’s way, given what’s going on in Haiti,” said DeSantis. Around 360 Floridians are present in Haiti, said Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie. Amid these evacuations, journalists and witnesses reported fresh fighting in Haiti’s capital as UNICEF chief, Catherine Russell said that the fighting this week can be compared to “a scene out of Mad Max”. Watch: Haiti Gang Violence: Armed gangs attack electricity service officers, steal equipments “Heavy gunfire [echoed] across once-peaceful communities near the Haitian capital,” the Associated Press reported after their reporters witnessed at least five bodies lying around the city’s suburbs. Suspected gang members set on fire in Haiti Some suspected gang members lost their lives in an attack on the Petion-Ville neighbourhood outside Haiti's capital as a clash between the locals and police broke out. According to Reuters, two suspected gang members, which included a leader called Makandal, were set on fire. The family home of Makandal was also set on fire. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>In a rapid escalation of gang violence in Haiti, gunmen launched a brazen assault on two affluent neighbourhoods in the capital of the Caribbean Sea. The attack, which targeted the communities of Laboule and Thomassin before dawn on Monday (March 18), has shattered the relative peace that had prevailed in these areas despite a surge in gang activity across Port-au-Prince.</p>

<p>At least a dozen people reportedly died in this episode of violence in Haiti neighbourhoods.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Residents were forced to flee their homes as assailants ransacked properties. Desperate pleas for help flooded radio stations as terrified civilians sought refuge from the onslaught.</p>

<p>The grim aftermath of the assault was evident in the streets of nearby Pétion-Ville, where the bodies of at least twelve individuals lay strewn, news agency AFP reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite Prime Minister Ariel Henry announcing his resignation, the violence continues unabated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Henry has pledged to step down upon the formation of a transitional presidential council.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gangs, emboldened by the power vacuum, persist in their campaign of terror, defying calls for peace and stability.</p>

<h2><strong>What is happening in Port-au-Prince?</strong></h2>

<p>The beleaguered capital remains paralysed with its streets engulfed in flames of unrest and uncertainty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recent attacks, including a devastating fire at the main prison and the targeted assault on the residence of the national police chief, have plunged Haiti deeper into turmoil.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Haiti's government has imposed a nighttime curfew extension in a desperate bid to stem the tide of violence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the gang violence continues with the targeted destruction of critical infrastructure as well as the delay in the deployment of a UN-backed police force from Kenya. The decision to withhold intervention until the establishment of a transitional council continues to add to the crisis.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Haiti gang violence: Haiti healthcare system on the verge of collapse; doctors murdered</strong></p>

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<p>The spectre of further violence continues to loom over Haiti amid a relentless onslaught of violence by armed gangs on a rampage.</p>

<p>Since January 2023, the UN has reported that&nbsp;while 5,000 people have been displaced, 2,439 people have died in Haiti.<br />
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In the first nine months of 2023, there were over 5,600 gang-related incidents, including 3,156 killings and 1,248 kidnappings.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a rapid escalation of gang violence in Haiti, gunmen launched a brazen assault on two affluent neighbourhoods in the capital of the Caribbean Sea. The attack, which targeted the communities of Laboule and Thomassin before dawn on Monday (March 18), has shattered the relative peace that had prevailed in these areas despite a surge in gang activity across Port-au-Prince.

In a rapid escalation of gang violence in Haiti, gunmen launched a brazen assault on two affluent neighbourhoods in the capital of the Caribbean Sea. The attack, which targeted the communities of Laboule and Thomassin before dawn on Monday (March 18), has shattered the relative peace that had prevailed in these areas despite a surge in gang activity across Port-au-Prince. At least a dozen people reportedly died in this episode of violence in Haiti neighbourhoods. Residents were forced to flee their homes as assailants ransacked properties. Desperate pleas for help flooded radio stations as terrified civilians sought refuge from the onslaught. The grim aftermath of the assault was evident in the streets of nearby Pétion-Ville, where the bodies of at least twelve individuals lay strewn, news agency AFP reported. Despite Prime Minister Ariel Henry announcing his resignation, the violence continues unabated. Henry has pledged to step down upon the formation of a transitional presidential council. Gangs, emboldened by the power vacuum, persist in their campaign of terror, defying calls for peace and stability. What is happening in Port-au-Prince? The beleaguered capital remains paralysed with its streets engulfed in flames of unrest and uncertainty. Recent attacks, including a devastating fire at the main prison and the targeted assault on the residence of the national police chief, have plunged Haiti deeper into turmoil. Also read | With only one hospital operating, Haiti's healthcare system collapses amid raging gang violence Haiti's government has imposed a nighttime curfew extension in a desperate bid to stem the tide of violence. However, the gang violence continues with the targeted destruction of critical infrastructure as well as the delay in the deployment of a UN-backed police force from Kenya. The decision to withhold intervention until the establishment of a transitional council continues to add to the crisis. Also watch | Haiti gang violence: Haiti healthcare system on the verge of collapse; doctors murdered × The spectre of further violence continues to loom over Haiti amid a relentless onslaught of violence by armed gangs on a rampage. Since January 2023, the UN has reported that while 5,000 people have been displaced, 2,439 people have died in Haiti. In the first nine months of 2023, there were over 5,600 gang-related incidents, including 3,156 killings and 1,248 kidnappings. (With inputs from agencies)

Haiti violence claims dozen lives in affluent neighbourhoods as Caribbean nation teeters on brink of collapse

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

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<p>The first charter flight carrying American citizens fleeing violence-hit Haiti landed in Miami on Sunday (Mar 17). In a statement, US State Department officials said that more than 30 Americans were on the flight which landed at the Miami International Airport. The officials added that government officials in Miami were helping the evacuees to determine their next steps.</p>

<p>The State Department announced on Saturday that it would offer limited charter flights for American citizens from the less chaotic northern city of Cap-Haïtien. People boarding these flights must sign a promissory bill agreeing to reimburse the government.</p>

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<p>The main airport in Haiti's capital city Port-au-Prince remains closed since gang attacks started in the country in&nbsp;February.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'It's just terrible...'</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking to the American daily Miami Herald, evacuee Avlot Quessa said, "It’s just terrible ... The suffering, you can only imagine." Quessa, who lives in Boston, was in Haiti's Hinche last month for what was supposed to be a weeklong trip to visit his mother. However, he ended up staying for over 20 days.</p>

<p>“Haiti is my homeland and it’s very stressful to see the homeland going through this act of violence, destruction ... and they are our neighbours,” Quessa added.</p>

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<p>Sixty-nine-year-old Marie Lucie St. Fleur, another passenger on the flight, said she felt most at home in Haiti and was sad to see what her homeland was going through. “I don’t feel well at all. I would like to live in my country and I can’t,” she said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Tensions rise in Haiti</strong></h2>

<p>The news of Ariel Henry resigning as Haitian prime minister brought relative calm in the country as this was the biggest demand of the gangs. However, an interim government has not been appointed yet and attacks are being reported in the country again.</p>

<p>Jimmy "Barbecue" Cherizier, who is leading the gang rebellion, said last week that Henry's resignation was just "the&nbsp;first step in the battle" for Haiti. Henry was supposed to step down on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His resignation is pending the appointment of an interim replacement chosen by a transition council. But, the members of the council are yet to be decided.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The first charter flight carrying American citizens fleeing violence-hit Haiti landed in Miami on Sunday (Mar 17). In a statement, US State Department officials said that more than 30 Americans were on the flight which landed at the Miami International Airport.

The first charter flight carrying American citizens fleeing violence-hit Haiti landed in Miami on Sunday (Mar 17). In a statement, US State Department officials said that more than 30 Americans were on the flight which landed at the Miami International Airport. The officials added that government officials in Miami were helping the evacuees to determine their next steps. The State Department announced on Saturday that it would offer limited charter flights for American citizens from the less chaotic northern city of Cap-Haïtien. People boarding these flights must sign a promissory bill agreeing to reimburse the government. Also read | Haiti crisis: Proposal to install new govt rejected by some political parties The main airport in Haiti's capital city Port-au-Prince remains closed since gang attacks started in the country in February. 'It's just terrible...' Speaking to the American daily Miami Herald, evacuee Avlot Quessa said, "It’s just terrible ... The suffering, you can only imagine." Quessa, who lives in Boston, was in Haiti's Hinche last month for what was supposed to be a weeklong trip to visit his mother. However, he ended up staying for over 20 days. “Haiti is my homeland and it’s very stressful to see the homeland going through this act of violence, destruction ... and they are our neighbours,” Quessa added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WION (@wionews) × Sixty-nine-year-old Marie Lucie St. Fleur, another passenger on the flight, said she felt most at home in Haiti and was sad to see what her homeland was going through. “I don’t feel well at all. I would like to live in my country and I can’t,” she said. Tensions rise in Haiti The news of Ariel Henry resigning as Haitian prime minister brought relative calm in the country as this was the biggest demand of the gangs. However, an interim government has not been appointed yet and attacks are being reported in the country again. Jimmy "Barbecue" Cherizier, who is leading the gang rebellion, said last week that Henry's resignation was just "the first step in the battle" for Haiti. Henry was supposed to step down on Monday. His resignation is pending the appointment of an interim replacement chosen by a transition council. But, the members of the council are yet to be decided. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The United States government, on Saturday (Mar 16) said that it is arranging a charter flight for its citizens stranded in Haiti as gang violence grips the country.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>US to evacuate citizens</strong></h2>

<p>The US State Department said the charter flight would evacuate those with valid passports from Haiti and leave from Cap-Haitien International Airport. However, it can only accommodate limited travel given the ongoing violence in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US officials also warned that the travel from the Haitian capital, Port-au-Prince to Cap-Haitien would be “dangerous” and advised that people should only consider the flight if they can safely make it to the Cap-Haitien airport.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The airport is said to be in the less chaotic northern city of Cap-Haitien which is around 193 kilometres away from Port-au-Prince. The ongoing attacks have also prompted the US to deploy troops in Haiti to secure the American Embassy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Haiti has witnessed a wave of violence after gangs called for the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry. However, without a clear plan to replace him, attacks continued across parts of Port-au-Prince. The weeks-long ongoing violence has pushed the citizens of Haiti to the brink of famine.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Guatemala consul offices ransacked</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, the Guatemalan foreign ministry, on Saturday, said that the offices of its honorary consul in Haiti were ransacked but did not give details about the damage and theft. The attack, as per the Guatemalan officials, took place on Friday (Mar 15).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ministry has also said that only those with “paperwork and documentation of the last four or five years had been previously transferred” to the Guatemala Embassy for Haiti which is located in the neighbouring Dominican Republic, reported the Associated Press.</p>

<h2><strong>Situation in Haiti</strong></h2>

<p>While Haiti has witnessed years of violence and chaos, the recent wave is particularly brutal with gangs demanding Henry’s resignation who pledged to step down last week&nbsp;as soon as a transition council and a temporary leader are chosen.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The unelected PM, who assumed power after the assassination of Haiti’s last president, was supposed to step down in February. However, when he did not, deadly protests seeking his ouster erupted in the country’s capital last month.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Henry is currently stranded in Puerto Rico as an escalation of violence has prevented him from going back to Haiti.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to local media reports, police were facing off against gangs in the Delmas area, on Friday, which is a stronghold of the G9 alliance led by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-who-is-jimmy-barbecue-cherizier-haiti-gang-boss-tells-pm-to-quit-or-face-civil-war-697516">Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, humanitarian situation in Haiti continues to deteriorate with around 1.4 million Haitians on the verge of famine and more than four million in need of food aid, according to media reports that cited aid groups.&nbsp;</p>

<p>UNICEF also warned of record hunger and life-threatening malnutrition in the capital’s poorest and most dangerous neighbourhoods. One in four children across Haiti&nbsp;suffer&nbsp;from chronic malnutrition or stunting, said the UN agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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The United States government, on Saturday (Mar 16) said that it is arranging a charter flight for its citizens stranded in Haiti as gang violence grips the country.

The United States government, on Saturday (Mar 16) said that it is arranging a charter flight for its citizens stranded in Haiti as gang violence grips the country. US to evacuate citizens The US State Department said the charter flight would evacuate those with valid passports from Haiti and leave from Cap-Haitien International Airport. However, it can only accommodate limited travel given the ongoing violence in the country. The US officials also warned that the travel from the Haitian capital, Port-au-Prince to Cap-Haitien would be “dangerous” and advised that people should only consider the flight if they can safely make it to the Cap-Haitien airport. Also Read | Haiti crisis: Proposal to install new govt rejected by some political parties The airport is said to be in the less chaotic northern city of Cap-Haitien which is around 193 kilometres away from Port-au-Prince. The ongoing attacks have also prompted the US to deploy troops in Haiti to secure the American Embassy. Haiti has witnessed a wave of violence after gangs called for the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry. However, without a clear plan to replace him, attacks continued across parts of Port-au-Prince. The weeks-long ongoing violence has pushed the citizens of Haiti to the brink of famine. Guatemala consul offices ransacked Meanwhile, the Guatemalan foreign ministry, on Saturday, said that the offices of its honorary consul in Haiti were ransacked but did not give details about the damage and theft. The attack, as per the Guatemalan officials, took place on Friday (Mar 15). The ministry has also said that only those with “paperwork and documentation of the last four or five years had been previously transferred” to the Guatemala Embassy for Haiti which is located in the neighbouring Dominican Republic, reported the Associated Press. Situation in Haiti While Haiti has witnessed years of violence and chaos, the recent wave is particularly brutal with gangs demanding Henry’s resignation who pledged to step down last week as soon as a transition council and a temporary leader are chosen. The unelected PM, who assumed power after the assassination of Haiti’s last president, was supposed to step down in February. However, when he did not, deadly protests seeking his ouster erupted in the country’s capital last month. Also Read | Embattled Haiti PM Ariel Henry quits amid rise in gang violence Henry is currently stranded in Puerto Rico as an escalation of violence has prevented him from going back to Haiti. According to local media reports, police were facing off against gangs in the Delmas area, on Friday, which is a stronghold of the G9 alliance led by Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier. Meanwhile, humanitarian situation in Haiti continues to deteriorate with around 1.4 million Haitians on the verge of famine and more than four million in need of food aid, according to media reports that cited aid groups. UNICEF also warned of record hunger and life-threatening malnutrition in the capital’s poorest and most dangerous neighbourhoods. One in four children across Haiti suffer from chronic malnutrition or stunting, said the UN agency. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using&nbsp;Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.</p>

<p>Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres&nbsp;from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre&nbsp;to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country.</p>

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<p>North Korean leader Kim Jong Un took part in the training session to operate newly developed battle tanks and appealed to the troops to escalate their efforts to prepare for war, reported state media on Thursday (Mar 14).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The training of battle tanks in North Korea took place as the United States and South Korea began their annual 11-day military drills which will end later Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-redefines-extremism-in-the-face-of-rising-hate-crimes-critics-call-it-a-threat-to-free-speech-699848">Britain redefines 'extremism' in the face of rising hate crimes, critics call it a threat to free speech</a></p>

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<p>Britain on Thursday (Mar 13) came up with a new definition of extremism, aiming to address a surge in hate crimes against Jews and Muslims following the Oct 7 Hamas attacks on Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the UK's new definition of extremism, it "is the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred, or intolerance", that aims to negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others; or undermine, overturn or replace the UK’s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights; or intentionally create a permissive environment for others to achieve those results.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-report-finds-israels-killing-of-journalist-in-lebanon-a-clear-violation-of-international-law-699846">UN report finds Israel's killing of journalist in Lebanon a clear violation of international law</a></p>

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<p>In a tragic incident last year, Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah was killed in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a group of journalists. This, a UN investigation has now revealed, violated international law.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-of-nonbinary-us-teen-after-school-fight-ruled-suicide-medical-examiner-confirms-699857">Death of nonbinary US teen after school fight ruled suicide, medical examiner confirms</a></p>

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<p>Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who died&nbsp;one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report that identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.&nbsp;</p>

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Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US.

Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US. In other news, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un participated in a training session to operate recently developed battle tanks, urging the troops to intensify their preparations for potential conflict. A UN investigation has disclosed that Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah lost his life in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a gathering of journalists, an action deemed in violation of international law. Click on the headlines to read more Biden administration weighs using Guantanamo Bay for Haitian migrant influx Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report. Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country. North Korea's Kim Jong Un leads new war tank training in mock battle North Korean leader Kim Jong Un took part in the training session to operate newly developed battle tanks and appealed to the troops to escalate their efforts to prepare for war, reported state media on Thursday (Mar 14). The training of battle tanks in North Korea took place as the United States and South Korea began their annual 11-day military drills which will end later Thursday. Britain redefines 'extremism' in the face of rising hate crimes, critics call it a threat to free speech Britain on Thursday (Mar 13) came up with a new definition of extremism, aiming to address a surge in hate crimes against Jews and Muslims following the Oct 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. As per the UK's new definition of extremism, it "is the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred, or intolerance", that aims to negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others; or undermine, overturn or replace the UK’s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights; or intentionally create a permissive environment for others to achieve those results. UN report finds Israel's killing of journalist in Lebanon a clear violation of international law In a tragic incident last year, Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah was killed in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a group of journalists. This, a UN investigation has now revealed, violated international law. Death of nonbinary US teen after school fight ruled suicide, medical examiner confirms Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who died one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report that identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.

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As Haiti's beleaguered security forces fight to keep criminal gangs from taking over the country, the United States is taking measures to prepare for a potential wave of maritime migration.

US prepares for potential influx of Haitian migrants as violence continues

The Caribbean nation of Haiti has been in turmoil for years. The assassination of former President Jovenel Moise in July 2021 further plunged the country into chaos and disarray. Elections have not taken place since 2016 and the presidency remains vacant. Armed gangs, in control of vast swathes of Haiti, launched a coordinated attack in a bid to oust prime minister Ariel Henry, who was in Kenya at the time. He has since struggled to return home. On the 11th of March, the unelected prime minister pledged to step down once a transition council and temporary replacement has been appointed. As unrest spreads, a notorious gang leader, Jimmy Cherizier AKA Barbecue, has warned that the present chaos engulfing the capital, Port-Au-Prince, will lead to possible genocide and civil war unless the prime minister steps down. A state of emergency was declared by the government and night time curfew imposed. Is Haiti on the verge of being taken over by the criminal gangs? Mohammed Saleh brings you the details.

State of emergency declared & night curfew imposed in Haiti

<p>There is relative calm in violence-hit Haiti after Ariel Henry announced he would resign as the prime minister. After the announcement a&nbsp;proposal was put up to install a new government in the&nbsp;Caribbean nation. However, the plan&nbsp;appeared to be crumbling on Wednesday (Mar 13) as some political parties rejected the proposal to create a presidential council that would manage the transition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a report by the news agency Associated Press, former senator&nbsp;Jean Charles Moïse told reporters that he rejected the&nbsp;proposed council backed by the international community which would select an interim prime minister and a council of ministers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moïse insisted that a three-person presidential council he recently created with former rebel leader Guy Philippe and a Haitian judge should be implemented.</p>

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<p>Philippe, who helped lead a successful revolt in 2004 against former president Jean-Bertrand Aristide, said on Tuesday that no Haitian should&nbsp;accept any proposal from the international community.</p>

<p>He accused the community of being&nbsp;complicit with Haiti’s elite and corrupt politicians and urged citizens to take to the streets. Some other high-profile politicians who rejected the proposal included&nbsp;Himmler Rébu, a former colonel of the country's army.</p>

<p>Rébu is also the president of the Grand Rally for the Evolution of Haiti, a party that is part of a coalition awarded a spot on the transitional council. In a statement,&nbsp;Rébu said that his party preferred that a judge from the Supreme Court assume the reins of power.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Amid escalating violence in Haiti, PM resigns</strong></p>

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<p>The above developments come as Henry remains locked out of Haiti as gangs, who had been calling to overthrow his government, closed the country's airports. Henry is currently in&nbsp;Puerto Rico.</p>

<p>The latest gang attacks started on February 29 when Henry was in Kenya to push for a United Nations (UN)-backed deployment of a Kenyan police force. The deployment has been temporarily suspended.</p>

<p>Between February 27 and March 8, over 130 people were killed in Haiti, officials told the news agency, adding that&nbsp;40 gang members were killed between February 29&nbsp;and March 10.</p>

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There is relative calm in violence-hit Haiti after Ariel Henry announced he would resign as the prime minister. After the announcement a proposal was put up to install a new government in the Caribbean nation.

There is relative calm in violence-hit Haiti after Ariel Henry announced he would resign as the prime minister. After the announcement a proposal was put up to install a new government in the Caribbean nation. However, the plan appeared to be crumbling on Wednesday (Mar 13) as some political parties rejected the proposal to create a presidential council that would manage the transition. According to a report by the news agency Associated Press, former senator Jean Charles Moïse told reporters that he rejected the proposed council backed by the international community which would select an interim prime minister and a council of ministers. Moïse insisted that a three-person presidential council he recently created with former rebel leader Guy Philippe and a Haitian judge should be implemented. Also read | Biden administration weighs using Guantanamo Bay for Haitian migrant influx Philippe, who helped lead a successful revolt in 2004 against former president Jean-Bertrand Aristide, said on Tuesday that no Haitian should accept any proposal from the international community. He accused the community of being complicit with Haiti’s elite and corrupt politicians and urged citizens to take to the streets. Some other high-profile politicians who rejected the proposal included Himmler Rébu, a former colonel of the country's army. Rébu is also the president of the Grand Rally for the Evolution of Haiti, a party that is part of a coalition awarded a spot on the transitional council. In a statement, Rébu said that his party preferred that a judge from the Supreme Court assume the reins of power. Also watch | Amid escalating violence in Haiti, PM resigns × The above developments come as Henry remains locked out of Haiti as gangs, who had been calling to overthrow his government, closed the country's airports. Henry is currently in Puerto Rico. The latest gang attacks started on February 29 when Henry was in Kenya to push for a United Nations (UN)-backed deployment of a Kenyan police force. The deployment has been temporarily suspended. Between February 27 and March 8, over 130 people were killed in Haiti, officials told the news agency, adding that 40 gang members were killed between February 29 and March 10. (With inputs from agencies)

Haiti crisis: Proposal to install new govt rejected by some political parties

<p>Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using&nbsp;Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres&nbsp;from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre&nbsp;to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country.</p>

<p>Discussions to expand capacity at the site shed light on&nbsp;the administration's growing concerns over the prospect of large-scale migration from Haiti, with gangs wreaking havoc and social order teetering on the edge of collapse.</p>

<h2><strong>Navigating migration challenges</strong></h2>

<p>Migrants from Haiti have often attempted to take on the perilous journey to Florida by sea, prompting the US to consider intercepting and transporting them to Guantanamo for processing and potential repatriation.</p>

<p>The National Security Council is closely monitoring migration routes, though current irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low.</p>

<p>“We are clear-eyed that economic, political, and security instability are key drivers for migrants around the world.&nbsp; We are closely monitoring the situation&nbsp;and the routes frequently used by migrants to reach our borders and at this time, irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low,” a National Security Council spokesperson told CNN.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/woe-betide-anyone-haiti-gang-leader-barbecue-threatens-hotels-hiding-politicians-in-his-bloody-revolution-699152">Also read |&nbsp;'Woe betide anyone': Haiti gang leader Barbecue threatens hotels 'hiding politicians' in his bloody revolution</a></p>

<p>Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis&nbsp;announced on Wednesday (Mar 13)&nbsp;that he was&nbsp;sending over 250 additional soldiers and officers, as well as aircraft and boats, to "protect" the state from vessels carrying illegal immigrants from Haiti – as gang violence has brought additional turmoil to the Caribbean nation.</p>

<p>Haiti has plunged into chaos following attacks on government structures and rampant gang violence, with gangs reportedly controlling 80 per cent&nbsp;of the capital. Tens of thousands have been displaced, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Amid the unrest, the US deployed a Marine Fleet-Anti-terrorism Security Team to bolster security at the embassy in Port-au-Prince.</p>

<p>As the Biden administration anticipates a potential mass migration event, contingency plans are being drafted to address resource constraints. Immigration agencies, grappling with funding shortages, are set&nbsp;to release thousands of migrants unless additional funds are secured.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: Amid escalating violence in Haiti, PM resigns</strong></p>

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<p>Despite ongoing challenges in securing supplemental funding for border security, efforts to address migration challenges persist amid heightened concerns over Haiti's escalating crisis.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.

Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report. Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country. Discussions to expand capacity at the site shed light on the administration's growing concerns over the prospect of large-scale migration from Haiti, with gangs wreaking havoc and social order teetering on the edge of collapse. Navigating migration challenges Migrants from Haiti have often attempted to take on the perilous journey to Florida by sea, prompting the US to consider intercepting and transporting them to Guantanamo for processing and potential repatriation. The National Security Council is closely monitoring migration routes, though current irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low. “We are clear-eyed that economic, political, and security instability are key drivers for migrants around the world. We are closely monitoring the situation and the routes frequently used by migrants to reach our borders and at this time, irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low,” a National Security Council spokesperson told CNN. Also read | 'Woe betide anyone': Haiti gang leader Barbecue threatens hotels 'hiding politicians' in his bloody revolution Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday (Mar 13) that he was sending over 250 additional soldiers and officers, as well as aircraft and boats, to "protect" the state from vessels carrying illegal immigrants from Haiti – as gang violence has brought additional turmoil to the Caribbean nation. Haiti has plunged into chaos following attacks on government structures and rampant gang violence, with gangs reportedly controlling 80 per cent of the capital. Tens of thousands have been displaced, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Amid the unrest, the US deployed a Marine Fleet-Anti-terrorism Security Team to bolster security at the embassy in Port-au-Prince. As the Biden administration anticipates a potential mass migration event, contingency plans are being drafted to address resource constraints. Immigration agencies, grappling with funding shortages, are set to release thousands of migrants unless additional funds are secured. Also watch | Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: Amid escalating violence in Haiti, PM resigns Despite ongoing challenges in securing supplemental funding for border security, efforts to address migration challenges persist amid heightened concerns over Haiti's escalating crisis. (With inputs from agencies)

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