Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:24am on 12 Mar 2024,Tuesday International
Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry has resigned, announced the chair of the Caribbean group of countries, following weeks of escalating violence and pressure. Stranded in Puerto Rico due to armed gang threats, Henry led the country since the assassination of former President Jovenel Moïse in July 2021. Regional leaders convened in Jamaica, acknowledging Henry's resignation amid plans for a transitional presidential council. Recent unrest saw armed gangs demanding Henry's ousting, with attacks disrupting his return from Kenya. Haiti, plagued by chronic instability, faces ongoing turmoil amidst political transitions and rampant gang violence.
