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Haiti plunges deeper into crisis as President Ariel Henry resigns under intense pressure amidst escalating gang violence and political instability. Henry, who assumed power following the assassination of the former president in 2021, faced mounting calls for his resignation amid widespread protests over his failure to hold elections and address the country's deepening poverty and insecurity.
With Henry's departure, uncertainty looms over Haiti's future leadership, with rebel leader Guy Philippe emerging as a potential successor. Gangs, now controlling 80% of the capital, continue to wreak havoc, launching coordinated attacks on law enforcement and state institutions, including a recent prison break that saw thousands of inmates escape.
The chaos has forced tens of thousands to flee their homes, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. The United Nations calls for urgent international intervention to quell the violence and protect civilian lives, highlighting the urgent need for stability in a nation plagued by chronic violence and political crises.
