Haiti struggles with its worst crisis ever. Armed gangs control most of the capital city Port-au-Prince and large parts of the country. More than one million people have fled their homes since fighting began. Half the population cannot find enough food to eat. The United Nations warns the nation may reach a point of no return.
Criminal groups have killed over 15,000 people since 2021. Gang leader Jimmy Chérizier leads a powerful alliance called G9. His group joined with rivals to form Viv Ansamn. This coalition forced Prime Minister Ariel Henry from office last year. The gangs operate fuel supplies and control major roads throughout the capital.
A Presidential Transitional Council replaced Henry after international pressure. The council has failed to restore order or hold elections. Members face accusations of taking bribes. Violence makes voting impossible across most areas. The council wants to change the constitution without clear legal authority.
Kenya leads an international security mission approved by the United Nations. The force receives money from the United States, Canada and Ecuador. Gang violence continues despite the foreign troops. Many Haitians blame outside countries for creating the current problems. Previous international efforts have made conditions worse.
Haiti has no elected national leaders for the first time in decades. The transitional government cannot control territory outside the capital. Gang violence blocks humanitarian aid from reaching hungry families. International observers admit their past mistakes contributed to the collapse. The crisis deepens each month without clear solutions.
Criminal groups have killed over 15,000 people since 2021. Gang leader Jimmy Chérizier leads a powerful alliance called G9. His group joined with rivals to form Viv Ansamn. This coalition forced Prime Minister Ariel Henry from office last year. The gangs operate fuel supplies and control major roads throughout the capital.
A Presidential Transitional Council replaced Henry after international pressure. The council has failed to restore order or hold elections. Members face accusations of taking bribes. Violence makes voting impossible across most areas. The council wants to change the constitution without clear legal authority.
Kenya leads an international security mission approved by the United Nations. The force receives money from the United States, Canada and Ecuador. Gang violence continues despite the foreign troops. Many Haitians blame outside countries for creating the current problems. Previous international efforts have made conditions worse.
Haiti has no elected national leaders for the first time in decades. The transitional government cannot control territory outside the capital. Gang violence blocks humanitarian aid from reaching hungry families. International observers admit their past mistakes contributed to the collapse. The crisis deepens each month without clear solutions.
