Haiti Airport Closes as Gangs Open Fire on Commercial Flight, Airlines Suspend Operations

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:38am on 12 Nov 2024,Tuesday International

Haiti's international airport shut down after gangs fired on a Spirit Airlines flight landing in Port-au-Prince, injuring a flight attendant. The plane, traveling from Fort Lauderdale, was diverted to the Dominican Republic. Bullet holes were found inside the aircraft. The incident prompted some airlines to suspend operations. The shutdown occurred as Haiti sworn in a new interim prime minister, who vowed to restore peace. The country faces escalating violence and gang activity. The US Embassy confirmed the incident. The airport closure highlights Haiti's deteriorating security situation, posing concerns for travel and humanitarian aid. An investigation is underway.

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