Haiti is facing a devastating humanitarian crisis as gang violence claims at least 2,680 lives in just five months, according to a UN Human Rights Office report released Friday. The shocking death toll highlights a rapidly deteriorating security situation, with armed groups tightening their grip on communities.
A Nation in Crisis
Port-au-Prince neighborhoods have become battlegrounds, displacing thousands and crippling access to food, healthcare, and education. 💥 UN officials warn the violence is 'spiraling out of control,' with reports of targeted killings, kidnappings, and sexual violence.
International Response
While a UN-backed security mission was approved in 2023, its deployment remains delayed. 'Haitians can’t wait,' said a UN spokesperson, urging global action to prevent further loss of life. Humanitarian groups are calling for urgent funding to support displaced families.
This crisis hits hardest for Haiti’s youth – many schools remain closed, and young people face recruitment by gangs. As the world’s eyes turn to global elections and summer events, activists plead: 'Don’t forget Haiti.' 📢
