On November 11, 2024, Haitian police officers engaged in a firefight with alleged gang members in Port-au-Prince as part of ongoing efforts to address gang violence in the country. Alix Didier Fils-Aime was sworn in as Haiti’s new prime minister on the same day, pledging to restore security and combat the crisis of gang violence plaguing the nation.
Following a gun attack on a passenger jet at the Port-au-Prince airport, the United States’ aviation regulator implemented a 30-day ban on all civilian flights to and from Haiti. This incident highlighted the volatile security situation in the country, with residents and press taking cover during gun battles between security forces and gangs.
The atmosphere of fear and violence was palpable in the streets of Port-au-Prince, with reports of stray bullets causing casualties and accidents as people sought to avoid the crossfire. Despite the challenges facing the country, Fils-Aime’s appointment as prime minister was seen as a step towards addressing the root causes of insecurity and violence.
Haiti’s Transition Council, led by Leslie Voltaire, supported Fils-Aime’s appointment, signaling a unified effort to tackle the country’s security issues. As Haiti grapples with escalating gang violence and instability, the new government faces the daunting task of restoring peace and security for its citizens.
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