In Haiti, gangs are taking on another dimension and engaging in a struggle for political power. They have plunged the country into escalation by imposing their rule in the capital, Port-au-Prince, and demanding the departure of Prime Minister Ariel Henry. Amidst this tension, one of the gang leaders, Jimmy Cherizier "Barbecue," has threatened the country with civil war that could lead to genocide if the prime minister does not resign. No one knows when the Prime Minister might return to take his seat as head of government. Despite efforts by Caribbean community leaders, no agreement has been reached among Haitian political actors.

Source: The Star March 09, 2024 07:48 UTC