Haiti's PM resigns, new government sworn in amid violence

The Guardian April 25, 2024, 06:00 PM UTC

Summary: Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigned, and a new provisional government was sworn in secretly due to threats of violence. The nine-member transitional council was established, aiming to restore stability and democracy. The US and Caricom-backed council faces challenges from armed gangs controlling 80% of the capital. Over 50,000 displaced, 2,500 killed or injured, and 1.6 million facing famine since the start of the year.

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    Haiti transitional council appoints new prime minister to tackle violence (The Associated Press)
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    Fritz Bélizaire appointed Haiti PM amid gang violence crisis (The Guardian)
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    Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns amid violence (CNN)
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    Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns amid gang violence (The Associated Press)
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