Haiti earthquake: Large-scale aid yet to reach remote areas where people 'don't have anything'
The quake followed by a tropical storm wiped out many of the sources of food and income that many depend on for survival in Haiti, already struggling with COVID-19, gang violence and assassination of its president.
Welcome to another episode of International News Wrap, your go-to source for global updates, presented exclusively by OneIndia. In today's edition, we bring you a wide range of stories, from the groundbreaking mission launched by China aimed at collecting rocks and soil from the far side of the moon to the eruption of fresh gang violence in Haiti, a day after the appointment of the new Prime Minister. Stay tuned as we explore the most important international developments of the day, keeping you informed about the latest events unfolding around the world.
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In a brazen display of aggression, gangs in Haiti initiated a significant offensive in the heart of Port-au-Prince, setting ablaze homes and engaging in fierce confrontations with law enforcement that lasted for hours. The harrowing scenes prompted hundreds of residents to flee the violence, marking one of the most severe outbreaks since the instalment of a new prime minister. These alarming attacks underscore the deep-rooted concerns surrounding the pervasive influence of gangs and cast doubt on the government's capacity to swiftly restore order and stability. The unsettling events have reignited fears and doubts regarding Haiti's ability to break free from the grip of violence and turmoil that has plagued the nation for years.
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Haiti's transitional council appoints Fritz Bélizaire as Prime Minister amid surging gang violence. Bélizaire's selection follows Ariel Henry's resignation, aiming to address the country's security crisis. Gang attacks have displaced thousands and raised casualties, prompting international concern. Despite Bélizaire's surprise appointment, skepticism remains over his political mandate.
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The pontiff also voiced concerns about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza and expressed concerns about the welfare of Rohingya, thousands of whom have fled a bloody military crackdown in Myanmar.
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Haiti's Transitional Council , Looks to Rebuild Following , 'Collapse' of Institutions.
NBC reports that Haiti's transition council formally
took power on April 25. It seeks to restore order
after suffering the effects of years of gang violence.
Former Prime Minister Ariel Henry's finance minister,
Michel Patrick Boisvert, will serve as Haiti's interim prime
minister until a new head of government can be appointed. .
Today is an important day
in the life of our dear republic,
this day in effect opens
a view to a solution, Michel Patrick Boisvert, interim prime minister, via NBC .
Non-voting council member Regine Abraham
said the council would focus on security,
constitutional reform and elections. .
Abraham said that the group must also rebuild the
nation's judiciary system and fix the economy. .
We are seeing the total
collapse of our institutions
and failure of a government, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News.
We are seeing the total
collapse of our institutions
and failure of a government, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News.
Facing this unprecedented crisis,
the entire population has recognized
the urgent need of a firm hand
to take us out of this spiral
of despair and destruction, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News.
Facing this unprecedented crisis,
the entire population has recognized
the urgent need of a firm hand
to take us out of this spiral
of despair and destruction, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News.
NBC reports that armed gangs have been tightening their
grip on the capital and toppling Henry for years, largely
equipped with weapons trafficked from the United States.
NBC reports that armed gangs have been tightening their
grip on the capital and toppling Henry for years, largely
equipped with weapons trafficked from the United States.
Last month, Henry announced that he would
step down once the council was in place. .
In late February, the now-former
prime minister fled to Puerto Rico as
gangs threatened to overtake the capital. .
In late February, the now-former
prime minister fled to Puerto Rico as
gangs threatened to overtake the capital.
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Law Enforcement Hiring , Increased in 2023 , Following Years of Decline.
NBC reports that police departments in the United States
have seen their first increase in ranks, changing course
on a historic exodus of officers in recent years.
According to a recent survey,
2023 saw more officers sworn in
than any of the previous four years. .
At the same time, the survey by the Police Executive
Research Forum (PERF) also found that fewer law
enforcement officers resigned or retired in 2023. .
Law enforcement numbers had been declining following
the COVID pandemic and nationwide protests against
police brutality following the death of George Floyd. .
Law enforcement numbers had been declining following
the COVID pandemic and nationwide protests against
police brutality following the death of George Floyd. .
I just think that the past four
years have been particularly
challenging for American policing.
And our survey shows we’re
finally starting to turn a corner, Chuck Wexler, Executive director of PERF, via NBC.
NBC reports that declining numbers left
many police departments with a shortage of
officers, which resulted in slower response times.
Chuck Wexler, executive director of PERF, warns that many police departments are still struggling to recruit and retain officers.
According to Wexler, law enforcement , "isn't out of the woods yet.".
At least a dozen smaller police departments in
the nation have been forced to disband, leaving those
municipalities reliant upon state or county police forces.
NBC reports that in addition to increased pay and
benefits, many police departments have chosen to
change application requirements to increase hiring
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