Port-au-Prince –
Police and civilian self-defense groups killed 28 suspected gang members in the capital HaitiPort-au-Prince, in operation overnight. The incident happened when the government tried to gain control of the town.
Reported by AFP, Wednesday (20/11/2024), in an attempt to regain control of land from the Haitian government, gang members continued to attack several areas in the violent and chaotic city, after for one of their leaders to call for the transitional government. to go down
An AFP photographer saw people burning the bodies of suspected gang members in the street. They put tires on top of the bodies and then burned them.
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Haitian National Police spokesman Lionel Lazarre said officers first stopped a truck suspected of carrying gang members in the wealthy suburb of Petion-Ville at around 2.00 am on Tuesday local time. At the same time, a bus carrying gang members was caught in the center of the city.
The police opened fire and killed 10 people. The police then chased those who fled with the help of self-defense groups, which were formed by residents who opposed the groups. In total, 28 people were killed.
The streets were almost deserted on Tuesday after police and residents set up barricades in several neighborhoods, as the United Nations warned that groups were reportedly taking control of the city.
Viv Ansanm spokesman Jimmy ‘Barbecue’ Cherisier, a notorious gang leader, previously called for the resignation of the transitional government currently leading the country.
“The Viv Ansanm Coalition will use all means to achieve the exit of the CPT,” Cherisier said late Monday, using the acronym for Interim Presidential Council.
And the board itself – made up of non-elected officials by assignment – is facing internal turmoil.
A few hours later the coalition launched attacks in several areas of the capital, including Petion-Ville, Bourdon and Canape Vert.
Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime was appointed last week to replace outgoing Prime Minister Garry Conille, who was appointed in May but became embroiled in a power struggle with parliament.
Heavily armed groups control about 80 percent of the city, regularly targeting civilians even as a UN-backed international force, led by Kenya, has been sent in to help police who are frustrated.
The capital of Haiti has seen a new fight in the last week from Viv Ansanm, a gang alliance that helped in February with the prime minister at the time Ariel Henry.
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2024-11-19 21:44:00
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How do the political affiliations of gangs affect the stability and governance of Haiti, and what implications does this have for international relations in the region?
Professional website editor: Our first guest is Mr. John Smith, a political analyst from the Caribbean region, and our second guest is Ms. Jane Doe, who has lived in Haiti for the past 10 years and works as a human rights activist. Thank you both for joining us today.
Let’s begin with some context about the situation in Haiti. Mr. Smith, can you please tell us more about the role of gangs in Haiti’s political landscape and how they’ve impacted daily life for its citizens?
John Smith: Sure, gangs in Haiti have been a major issue for some time now. They control various parts of the country, particularly the capital Port-au-Prince, and engage in criminal activities like drug trafficking, kidnapping, and extortion. They also influence politics by backing certain political candidates or parties. This has led to a state of instability and fear among the population, with many living under their control or constant threat.
Ms. Doe, as someone who has lived in Haiti for a long time, can you share your experience of living under this constant threat from gangs and what steps can be taken to address this issue?
Jane Doe: Yes, living under gang control is very challenging. They often use violence and intimidation to maintain control over communities. It’s difficult to have access to basic necessities like water, food, or healthcare. I believe that addressing this issue requires a multi-pronged approach. Firstly, we need more investment in social programs to provide job opportunities and education for at-risk youth. Secondly, we need to improve law enforcement and justice systems to effectively prosecute gang leaders and members. And thirdly, we need to address the root causes of poverty which contribute to these issues in the first place.
In the article, it states that the government tried to regain control of certain areas which led to clashes with gang members and the killing of 28 people. What are your thoughts on government intervention in these situations? Mr. Smith, do you think this is an effective strategy to tackle the gang problem?
John Smith: Well, people have been calling for the government to take action against gangs for a long time now. However, any intervention should be carefully planned
