Evacuation of American Citizens from Haiti Due to Gang Violence

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The State Department is evacuating American citizens from Haiti due to ongoing gang violence. Helicopter flights are being used to transport citizens to the Dominican Republic amid the chaos in Haiti.

Key Points

  • State Department evacuating Americans via helicopter flights to the Dominican Republic
  • More than 30 U.S. citizens being evacuated daily
  • Gang violence in Haiti causing widespread fear and chaos
  • Closure of banks, schools, and businesses due to violence
  • Haiti awaiting new leadership amid crisis

Pros

  • Efforts being made to ensure the safety of American citizens in Haiti
  • Evacuation process in place to transport citizens to a safer location

Cons

  • Ongoing gang violence in Haiti leading to chaos and instability
  • Heavy gunfire and attacks on peaceful communities by armed gangs