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Gang violence in Haiti: What sparked the crisis?

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Gang violence in Haiti: What sparked the crisis?

Gang violence in Haiti: What sparked the crisis?

Gang violence has plunged Haiti into chaos.

After the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry, stakeholders are attempting to establish a transitional governing body until elections can be held.

The gangs that control most of the capital Port-au-Prince launched an armed campaign almost two weeks ago sending the nation into violent conflict with warnings of possible famine and civil war.


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