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Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns amid gang violence

The Associated Press — April 25, 2024, 04:00 PM UTC

Summary: Ariel Henry resigned as Haiti's prime minister amid escalating gang violence that left over 2,500 dead or injured from January to March. Michel Patrick Boisvert was appointed interim prime minister by Henry's remaining Cabinet. A transitional council was sworn in to select a new prime minister and Cabinet, with a mandate until Feb. 7, 2026. Gangs have caused chaos, with 80% of Port-au-Prince under their control.

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