Port-au-Prince, Haiti, is experiencing a severe crisis as criminal gangs control approximately 90% of the capital. This has led to widespread violence and the displacement of over 1.3 million people across the country.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) reports that gang activity is expanding into previously stable areas, including the southern regions and key border crossings. The UN Security Council has unanimously condemned the violence and called for international support.
A Kenyan-led multinational security force has been deployed to assist the Haitian National Police. However, the mission faces challenges due to underfunding and understaffing. The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate, impacting the daily lives of Haitians.