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U.S. and Panama Propose Force to Combat Haiti's Gang Crisis

8/30/2025

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The U.S. and Panama proposed a 5,500-member force to address gang violence in Haiti.
The initiative includes a U.N. office for logistical support and aims to raise $2.6 billion for police and justice system rebuilding.
UNICEF reported that child recruitment into gangs has surged by 700% this year.
Erik Prince's firm plans to send nearly 200 personnel to help restore order.
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the urgent need for humanitarian aid, with only 10% of the $908 million appeal funded.

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Story summary

The U.S. and Panama proposed a 5,500-member force to address gang violence in Haiti.
The initiative includes a U.N. office for logistical support and aims to raise $2.6 billion for police and justice system rebuilding.
UNICEF reported that child recruitment into gangs has surged by 700% this year.
Erik Prince's firm plans to send nearly 200 personnel to help restore order.
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the urgent need for humanitarian aid, with only 10% of the $908 million appeal funded.