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Gangs Launch Coordinated Attacks Across Port-au-Prince

Violence erupts in multiple neighborhoods as gangs set fire to homes and a church, prompting urgent pleas for help.

  • At least one woman was killed as gangs opened fire in Solino, St. Michel, Tabarre 27, and other neighborhoods.
  • Panic-stricken residents have been calling radio stations since Thursday night, pleading for assistance.
  • A police union warned of impending attacks on Solino, urging immediate action from authorities.
  • The swearing-in of Haiti's provisional electoral council was relocated to a safer area due to the violence.
  • Six officials from the Bahamas arrived to join a U.N.-backed mission aimed at curbing gang violence, with more reinforcements expected.
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