The situation in Haiti continues to deteriorate, with the U.S. military recently flying in forces to enhance security at the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince. Nonessential personnel were allowed to leave, as the neighborhood surrounding the embassy is controlled by dangerous gangs.
One notable point is that no Haitians were on board the military aircraft, a move likely made to prevent speculation about government officials fleeing the country. The efforts to aid Haitian police and arrange a U.N.-authorized security deployment have been unsuccessful so far.
Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry remains unable to return home, as he is not welcome in the Dominican Republic due to security concerns. Caribbean leaders have scheduled an emergency meeting in Jamaica to discuss Haiti’s dire situation. Caricom is urging Henry to announce a power-sharing government, but he has yet to do so.
Meanwhile, gang attacks continue in Port-au-Prince, leaving citizens in a dire situation. Many are seeking refuge in government buildings as violence escalates. The international community is closely monitoring the situation in Haiti and hoping for a resolution to the ongoing crisis.
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