Gang Violence Escalates in Port-au-Prince, Forcing Evacuations

Haitian neighborhoods face increased attacks as authorities struggle to maintain control amidst international intervention efforts.

Gangs attacked multiple neighborhoods in Port-au-Prince, leading to widespread evacuations as gunfire persisted overnight.
Haiti's police union warns that without intervention, the capital could fall entirely under gang control.
Recent violence follows a joint operation by Haitian and Kenyan police that resulted in the deaths of at least 20 suspected gang members.
A U.N.-backed mission, including new arrivals from the Bahamas, is working to address the escalating gang violence.
Gangs currently control 80% of Port-au-Prince, with areas like Solino actively resisting gang domination.