U.S. Citizens Evacuated from Haiti Amidst Escalating Gang Violence
March 18, 2024Over 30 U.S. citizens evacuated from Haiti amid gang violence and political instability.
U.S. State Department confirms Miami arrival of citizens on a government-chartered flight from Cap-Haïtien.
Port-au-Prince main airport closure due to gang and police clashes, triggering the evacuation.
Evacuation follows U.S. military deployment to enhance embassy security in the gang-dominated areas.
Prime Minister Ariel Henry's resignation led to a power vacuum and increased gang aggression.
State Department planning more evacuations, with evacuees agreeing to reimburse the government for flights.
Ongoing crisis in Haiti exacerbates food shortages, with the U.S. citizens' situation continuously monitored.
Summary based on 7 sources
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The Guardian • Mar 18, 2024
US citizens flee Haiti on government-chartered flightNBC News • Mar 18, 2024
First charter flight with U.S. citizens fleeing Haiti lands in MiamiAP News • Mar 18, 2024
First charter flight with US citizens fleeing Haiti lands in Miami