On October 1, 2025, the UN Security Council voted 12-0 to enhance the Kenya-led multinational force in Haiti, renaming it the “Gang Suppression Force” with powers to detain suspected gang members. Russia, China, and Pakistan abstained.
Resolution Details
Co-sponsored by the U.S. and Panama, Resolution 2793 marks a shift from the force’s earlier limited role. South Korea’s deputy envoy, Sangjin Kim, confirmed its adoption.
U.S. Support
U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz hailed the decision, stating, “This gives Haiti a chance to reclaim stability from gangs spreading terror, violence, and chaos.”
Haiti’s Response
Haiti’s UN envoy, Ericq Pierre, called it a “pivotal moment” to combat rising gang violence, which has crippled the nation since President Jovenel Moïse’s 2021 assassination.
Gang Crisis
Gangs now control 90% of Port-au-Prince and have spread to rural areas, fueling kidnappings, assaults, and lawlessness, overwhelming local authorities.
Force Challenges
Deployed since June 2024, the Kenya-led force has under 1,000 troops due to funding issues, well below the planned 2,500, limiting its impact.
Why It Matters
The strengthened mandate aims to curb gang dominance, offering hope for stability in Haiti amid escalating violence and humanitarian crises.
What’s Next
The force will expand operations in 2025, pending increased funding and troop deployment to enforce the new detention powers.
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