Haiti's Humanitarian Situation Deteriorates Amid Rising Violence

Published: 2026-04-16
Category: world
Source: International Rescue Committee
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A recent assessment by the International Rescue Committee highlights a worsening humanitarian crisis in Haiti, characterized by severe protection risks and rapidly diminishing access to public services. Surging violence and political instability have led to gangs controlling a significant portion of Port-Au-Prince. Reports indicate a substantial increase in child recruitment by these groups during the past year.

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