Haiti's Prime Minister to Resign Amid Surge in Gang Violence, International Response Underway

As Ariel Henry announces his resignation, the US and Florida respond to the crisis, while plans for a Kenyan-led peacekeeping force are paused.

Ariel Henry, Haiti's Prime Minister, announced his resignation amid escalating gang violence, leading to a proposal for a transitional council to manage the country's crisis.
The US deployed an anti-terrorism Marine unit to protect its embassy in Haiti, while Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis sent additional forces to prevent illegal immigration amid the unrest.
Kenya's planned peacekeeping force in Haiti is on hold, awaiting the establishment of a new government, as violence and political instability continue.
Gang violence has intensified, with attacks on police stations, prisons, and public institutions, causing widespread displacement and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
The international community's role in Haiti's political process and the push for a Haitian-led solution are under scrutiny, as negotiations for a transitional council face challenges.