Gang Leader's Armed Bid Sparks Violence and Chaos in Haiti

Gang leader Jimmy Cherizier launched an armed bid to oust Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry, leading to extreme violence in Port-au-Prince with heavy gunfire near the international airport and a prison. At least four police officers have been killed and dozens injured, while civilians tried to avoid the clashes. The violence intensified as Henry was in Kenya seeking support for an international policing mission, and the government blamed the security situation for election delays. The gangs' coordinated effort under the label "Vivre Ensemble" has exacerbated the country's delicate supply situation, with nearly half of Haiti's population suffering from acute hunger.
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- Haitian police spokesman says new gang attacks across capital overwhelmed officers PBS NewsHour
- US Embassy in Haiti issues alert amid heavy gunfire and traffic disruptions The Jerusalem Post
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