The US Marine Corps Deploys Anti-Terrorism Unit to Protect US Embassy in Haiti Amid Rising Gang Violence
The US Marine Corps has sent an anti-terrorism unit to protect the US Embassy in Haiti following a spike in gang violence in the country. The Marine Fleet-Anti-Terrorism Security Team (FAST) was deployed at the request of the State Department to ensure security and assist in the peaceful transition of power after Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his resignation.
Prime Minister Henry stated that he will step down once a transitional presidential council is established, which has led to a surge in gang violence across Haiti. In response, the Defense Department has increased funding for the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission and deployed FAST Marines from Virginia to help address the situation.
The US military is also collaborating with Kenyan police units to support efforts to stabilize Haiti, where armed gangs currently control 80% of the capital city. Gangs in Haiti have recently orchestrated a series of violent attacks, including freeing thousands of prisoners, assaulting prisons, targeting the international airport, and launching assaults on police stations.
Prime Minister Henry is currently based in Puerto Rico as he is unable to return to Haiti due to the grip of the airport by gangs. The fast-evolving situation in Haiti has prompted swift action from the US military and international partners to maintain security and support the country during this challenging period. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story on Insider Wales Sport.
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