Armed groups in Haiti are closing in on the country's largest prison, defying police forces and seeking to topple Prime Minister Ariel Henry. The prison is overcrowded and there are fears of high-profile criminals fleeing amid heavy gunfire and gang threats in the capital.
Key Points
Armed groups closing in on Haiti's largest prison
Calls for assistance from police unions to prevent inmate escapes
Heavy gunfire and gang threats in the capital
Overcrowded prison with poor conditions
Prime Minister Ariel Henry facing pressure to step down
Pros
Awareness of the situation in Haiti
Potential for international intervention to stabilize the country