Gang Violence Leaves at Least 150 Dead in Haiti's Capital

The current situation in Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, is characterized by escalating violence, with a significant portion of the city under the control of well-armed gangs. According to UN reports, at least 150 people have been killed, 92 injured, and approximately 20,000 forced to flee their homes over the past week. The violence is not only limited to clashes between gangs and police, but also includes reports of civilians being caught in the crossfire or targeted by the gangs. The situation is further complicated by the fact that some 80% of Port-au-Prince is controlled by these gangs, creating an environment of fear and instability. The UN rights chief, Volker Turk, has warned that this upsurge in violence is a harbinger of worse to come, suggesting that the situation in Haiti is likely to deteriorate further.