Haiti· Port-au-PrinceEl Salvador deploys troops to Haiti amid gang crisis
El Salvador has deployed over 2,000 troops to Haiti to rescue abducted technicians and combat gangs, with plans to potentially expand the force to 5,000.
Background
Haiti has faced prolonged political instability and a severe humanitarian crisis, exacerbated by powerful armed gangs controlling significant parts of the capital. These gangs frequently engage in violence, kidnappings, and disrupt essential services, leading to widespread displacement and a breakdown of public order.
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El Salvador deploys troops to Haiti amid gang crisis
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El Salvador is deploying troops to Haiti primarily to rescue abducted technicians and to suppress gangs terrorizing the country, with President Bukele emphasizing it's not an invasion.
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