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Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry Seeks International Intervention Amid Chaos

Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry attends the Canada-CARICOM Summit in Ottawa

Haitians in the capital city of Port-au-Prince are facing a dire situation as they attempt to flee escalating gang violence. The violence, fueled by gangs seeking to overthrow Prime Minister Ariel Henry, has led to a state of chaos and fear in the country. Prime Minister Henry, who is currently in Puerto Rico for safety, is being pressured by opposition groups, including a notorious gang leader, to resign.

The recent unrest in Haiti has seen a surge in gang activity, with gangs uniting against the government and law enforcement. This unity has allowed the gangs to overpower the Haitian police, leading to the burning of police stations and the forced retreat of law enforcement officials. The situation has become so severe that Prime Minister Henry is unable to return to Haiti due to the targeted attacks on Port-au-Prince's airports, resulting in the suspension of air travel.

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