More than 5,600 dead as Haiti battles rampant gang violence

2025-01-07 15:19

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Last year, Haiti saw over 5,600 reported deaths, with gang violence worsening significantly.
The U.N.-backed mission led by Kenya is struggling to contain the violence, facing underfunding and a shortage of personnel.
The increasing violence and instability have led to calls for more international support to address the crisis.

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In 2023, Haiti experienced a staggering surge in violence, leading to more than 5,600 reported killings. This figure, noted by the U.N. Human Rights Office, reflects over a 20% increase compared to the previous year, highlighting the alarming escalation of gang-related violence in the country. Accompanying the deaths were more than 2,200 injuries and approximately 1,500 kidnappings, showcasing the terrifying context within which many Haitians find themselves. U.N. high commissioner for human rights, Volker Türk, stated that these numbers, while horrendous, do not fully encapsulate the suffering and fear experienced by communities across Haiti.