Dozens of U.S. citizens escaping the escalating gang violence in Haiti have arrived in Miami on a charter flight organized by the U.S. government. The U.S. Embassy in Haiti had urged its citizens to leave the country as chaos continues to grip the nation, with reports of looting and violence.
Passengers on the flight shared harrowing tales of the suffering and destruction they witnessed in Haiti. One passenger expressed immense stress over the situation in their homeland, highlighting the urgent need for evacuation.
The main airport in Port-au-Prince remains closed due to ongoing gang attacks, leading the State Department to offer limited charter flights from the safer location in Cap-Haïtien. Evacuees are required to sign a promissory bill agreeing to reimburse the government for the costs of their evacuation.
Additionally, the U.S. military has deployed extra forces to enhance security at the U.S. Embassy in Haiti, which is situated in a neighborhood largely controlled by gangs. The safety of American citizens and diplomatic personnel remains a top priority as the situation in Haiti continues to deteriorate.
As tensions escalate and violence increases in Haiti, the U.S. government is working to ensure the safe evacuation of its citizens from the troubled nation. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story on Swerd Media.
“Travel aficionado. Incurable bacon specialist. Tv evangelist. Wannabe internet enthusiast. Typical creator.”