New York, In a powerful address to the UN Security Council, Carlos Ruiz Massieu, the newly appointed Special Representative for Haiti and head of the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), declared that “the Haitian people have not given up and their fortitude gives us hope.” His remarks came amid worsening gang violence, mass displacement, and a fragile political transition.
Key developments from the Security Council briefing:
- Gang Suppression Force (GSF) approved: The Council’s endorsement of the GSF is intended to restore security and reassure Haitians that the international community stands with them. Massieu called the move “a signal of reassurance” and urged swift implementation to reverse the tide of violence.
- Humanitarian crisis deepens: Over 1.4 million Haitians are now internally displaced, with armed groups increasingly targeting farming communities near the capital. The human rights situation remains dire, with widespread abuses linked to gang activity and vigilante violence.
- Political transition in limbo: Haiti is expected to transfer authority to elected officials by February 7, 2026, but Massieu warned that a clear path to democratic governance has yet to emerge. He welcomed recent consultations between Haitian authorities and political representatives, emphasizing the need for “sustained inter-Haitian dialogue”.
- BINUH’s role: The UN office will provide technical and logistical support for upcoming elections and is working to ensure full staff presence in the capital despite the hostile security environment.
Massieu’s message was clear: Haiti’s resilience must be matched by international resolve. The GSF is not just a tactical intervention it’s a symbol of solidarity at a critical juncture.
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