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Gunbattle between Haitian police and gangs paralyzes area near National Palace

Violence and gunfire in downtown Port-au-Prince as police clash with gangs near National Palace.

  • Bilawal Riaz
  • 1 min read

Heavy gunfire erupted in downtown Port-au-Prince, Haiti, as police clashed with gang members near the National Palace. Reports indicate one policeman was shot, with others fleeing an armored car that was set on fire. The violence is part of ongoing attacks by powerful gangs on government infrastructure, resulting in significant casualties. Prime Minister Ariel Henry plans to resign once a transitional council is formed to select a new government. Concerns have been raised about the legality of this council, as Haiti’s government works to address the escalating crisis.

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