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US Announces Charter Flight for Evacuating Americans from Haiti; Guatemala Honorary Consul Office Ransacked

Escalating Violence in Haiti

Amidst years of turmoil, Haiti is currently facing a severe wave of violence, with gangs demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry. The situation has escalated to the point where the United States government is taking action to evacuate its citizens from the country.

US Evacuation Efforts

The US State Department has announced plans to arrange a charter flight for American citizens stranded in Haiti due to the ongoing gang violence. The charter flight will depart from Cap-Haitien International Airport and is aimed at evacuating individuals with valid passports. However, due to the volatile security situation, the evacuation process is challenging and risky.

  • The charter flight will only accommodate a limited number of travelers.
  • Travel from Port-au-Prince to Cap-Haitien is deemed dangerous, and individuals are advised to proceed with caution.

Guatemala Consul Offices Incident

On a related note, the Guatemalan foreign ministry reported that the offices of its honorary consul in Haiti were ransacked in a recent attack. Details regarding the extent of damage and theft are yet to be disclosed.

Only individuals with specific documentation have been transferred to the Guatemala Embassy in the neighboring Dominican Republic, following the incident.

Humanitarian Crisis in Haiti

The ongoing violence in Haiti has not only led to political instability but has also exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the country. Reports indicate that millions of Haitians are on the brink of famine and in dire need of food aid.

  • Approximately 1.4 million Haitians are facing severe food shortages.
  • Over four million individuals require immediate food assistance.

UNICEF has raised concerns about the alarming levels of hunger and malnutrition, particularly affecting children in the capital’s most vulnerable areas.

With the situation showing no signs of improvement, the crisis in Haiti continues to worsen, posing significant challenges for both the local population and international efforts to provide aid.

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