US forces fly in helicopters to evacuate non-essential personnel at US embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti
The U.S. military (Southern Command) reported Sunday forces flew into Haiti via helicopters for security at the U.S. Embassy in Haiti and to assist departure nonessential personnel. Port-au-Prince is controlled by gangs. US Embassy neighborhood controlled by gangs U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince - Google Maps HQ72+J7M, Bd du 15 Octobre, Port-au-Prince, Haiti Dominican Republic has closed land border with Haiti. VIOLENCE DESCRIBED ... Gang Attacks Major attacks on police stations Sporadic gunfire and casualties Uncontrolled fires Government buildings insecure due to influx of refugees. National Palace guards with armored truck attempted to establish security perimeter around one of the three downtown stations after police fought off an attack by gangs late Friday, March 8, 2024. Extended curfew activated. Haiti civilians are suffering due to fires, lack of defense against gangs, ongoing violence, influx of refugees, diminished supplies Haiti Travel Advisory -- US Department of State...