Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry has announced his intention to resign once a transitional presidential council is established, amidst escalating violence in the Caribbean nation. The announcement comes in response to widespread calls for his resignation as Haiti grapples with a surge in violent gang activity.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently visited Jamaica for urgent discussions with Caribbean leaders regarding the ongoing crisis in Haiti. The situation has deteriorated to the point where Henry has been unable to return to Haiti due to the closure of its main international airports.
During his visit, Blinken pledged an additional $100 million to support the deployment of a multinational force to Haiti, along with $33 million in humanitarian aid. The international community is stepping up efforts to address the escalating violence and instability in the country.
The violence in Haiti has reached alarming levels, with gangs carrying out brazen attacks such as burning police stations, assaulting the main airport, and raiding major prisons. The unrest has resulted in numerous casualties, with scores of people losing their lives.
More than 15,000 individuals have been displaced from their homes as they flee neighborhoods overrun by gangs. The humanitarian situation in Haiti is dire, with urgent action needed to provide assistance to those affected by the violence.
As Haiti faces this crisis, the question of who will lead the nation out of turmoil remains unanswered. The international community, including the United States, is working to support Haiti in restoring stability and security to the country.
