A one-month state of emergency is now in effect in Haiti, in response to escalating gang violence and insecurity.
The Haitian Government announced that the security measure took effect on Sunday and will continue until January 21.
The decision, approved by the Council of Ministers, aims to empower the Haitian National Police to combat armed gangs, address the agricultural and food crises, and restore public safety.
A National Security Council has also been established to tackle the long-running security crisis and support a peaceful political transition as outlined in an April 2024 Agreement.
The government has pledged to implement all measures required to restore security, ensure institutional functionality, and address national challenges.
This follows a series of violent incidents, including the torching of Bernard Maevs Hospital by gang members, led by Jimmy Cherisier, alias Barbacue, and the deaths of several gang members, including a top lieutenant, during police operations.
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