Port-au-Prince, the capital and largest city of Haiti, has been making headlines due to the surge in gang violence and political turmoil that has plagued the city. The ongoing power struggle and violent clashes between authorities and armed gangs have led to a state of emergency and a nighttime curfew being imposed to curb the violence. The situation escalated further with reports of mass prison breaks, protests demanding the resignation of the Prime Minister, and a surge in sniper attacks resulting in numerous casualties in the Cite Soleil slum.
Port-au-Prince, with an estimated population of nearly a million residents, is a city known for its vibrant culture, historical significance, and challenging socio-economic conditions. It serves as the economic and political hub of Haiti, facing numerous challenges such as poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and vulnerability to natural disasters. The city has a rich history, with a blend of French and Creole influences evident in its architecture, cuisine, and arts. Despite its struggles, Port-au-Prince remains a resilient city with a strong sense of community and a diverse population striving for stability and progress amidst adversity.
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Fritz Belizaire put in place as authorities battle gangs for control of the crisis-ridden country.
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The killer targeted women who he ‘clearly thought would not be missed,’ murdering them before dumping their bodies on the road ‘like they were trash’
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The long-delayed move is intended as a first step in restoring security to the gang-ravaged Caribbean country.
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Addison Pierre Maalouf traveled to country to interview gang leader Jimmy ‘Barbecue’ Chérizier
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State department organizes evacuation after nearly 1,600 US citizens ask for help amid reports of continuing violence in capital
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Caribbean leaders say all groups and political parties except one have submitted nominees for a transitional presidential council charged with selecting an interim prime minister for Haiti
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Haiti has weathered multiple political, economic and environmental disasters in recent years.
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Haiti is listed as a Level 4: Do Not Travel destination
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Thousands of inmates are on the loose after gangs raided two major prisons, reports Julia Reinstein
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Haiti’s government says it is extending a state of emergency and nighttime curfew to try and curb violent gang attacks that have paralyzed the capital of Port-au-Prince in a fierce political battle for power
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Port-au-Prince gripped by violence as authorities struggle to regain control from armed gangs wreaking havoc.
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A photographic narrative of the growing upheaval.
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Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry urged calm in a public address following violent protests demanding his resignation.
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Gang violence in Haiti surges, with nearly 300 people killed or injured by snipers in the slum of Cite Soleil.
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A group of parishioners, led by a religious leader, marched through Canaan to rid the community of gang members and were attacked by a powerful gang, resulting in multiple deaths and kidnappings.
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Alix Dorsainvil, a US nurse kidnapped in Haiti, has offered forgiveness to her captors and even offered to treat them at her clinic.