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Outrage Over Deadly Drone Strike in Haiti: Calls for Investigation

9/26/2025

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Human rights advocates condemned Haitian government's drone strike in Port-au-Prince, killing children and a pregnant woman.
The strike targeted gang leader Djouma during a birthday celebration; he survived.
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and human rights experts demand an independent investigation and reparations, emphasizing protection of children.
Canada says its donated drones were not involved and intended only for surveillance.

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Human rights advocates condemned Haitian government's drone strike in Port-au-Prince, killing children and a pregnant woman.
The strike targeted gang leader Djouma during a birthday celebration; he survived.
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and human rights experts demand an independent investigation and reparations, emphasizing protection of children.
Canada says its donated drones were not involved and intended only for surveillance.