The first foreign troops from a new United Nations-backed force have arrived in Haiti to address rising gang violence. The Gang Suppression Force (GSF) announced the arrival of an initial group from Chad, led by UN official Jack Christofides from South Africa. This force is expected to eventually grow to 5,500 members and has a mandate of 12 months. The GSF was authorized by the UN Security Council to replace a previous multinational mission that failed to control gang violence in Haiti.
Why It Matters
Haiti has been plagued by escalating gang violence, with up to 90 percent of the capital falling under gang control. The country has experienced political instability following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise in 2021, leading to a power vacuum and delayed elections. The arrival of the Gang Suppression Force comes as Haiti prepares for national elections in August and seeks to address the humanitarian crisis caused by gang violence. Original article:
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