"UN Considers Authorizing Armed Force Deployment to Aid Haiti's Fight Against Gangs"
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a resolution that would authorize a one-year deployment of an international force to help Haiti combat the surge in gang violence and restore security for the country's long-delayed elections. The force, led by Kenya, would provide operational support to Haiti's underfunded and under-resourced National Police, as well as secure critical infrastructure sites. The resolution condemns the increasing violence, criminal activities, and human rights abuses in Haiti. Concerns have been raised about the proposed Kenyan-led mission due to allegations of abuse by Kenyan police. The resolution emphasizes the need to prevent sexual exploitation and abuse, investigate allegations of misconduct, and implement environmental controls. The force's size is yet to be determined, but the US has pledged logistics and $100 million to support the mission.
