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US Designates Haitian Gangs as Terrorist Organizations Amid Humanitarian Crisis

The US has designated the Viv Ansanm coalition and Gran Grif gang as terrorist organizations, raising concerns over Haiti's worsening humanitarian situation.


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The US has officially labeled the Viv Ansanm coalition and Gran Grif gang, two powerful Haitian groups, as foreign terrorist organizations. This designation aims to combat escalating violence in Haiti but raises fears it could exacerbate the country's humanitarian crisis. The gangs control over 85% of Port-au-Prince, making it challenging for aid organizations to operate. The designation carries implications for US citizens engaging with these groups, potentially leading to criminal sanctions. Humanitarian aid is currently reaching millions in severe hunger, complicating efforts amid rampant gang violence and instability in Haiti.

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The U.S. designation of Haitian gangs as terrorist organizations is framed as a critical response to threats against U.S. national security interests, but it risks deepening the humanitarian crisis.

The ongoing conflict has displaced over a million people in Haiti and worsened food insecurity, calling into question the effectiveness of the U.S. response without substantive assistance.

Reinforcing international calls that aim to reduce deportations and increase humanitarian support is essential to addressing the catastrophic conditions faced by the Haitian populace.

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