The Ministry of Justice of Haiti warned about death threats against Prime Minister Garry Conille and other officials, made by individuals acting on behalf of defined sectors with the intention of creating chaos and panic in the country. The crisis affecting all sectors of Haiti for years appears to worsen given these threats, according to the Ministry's statement.
Based on "consistent and persistent" information, the Ministry of Justice urged judicial and police authorities to take action to ensure the safety and protection of all individuals, especially government officials. Garry Conille assumed the role of Prime Minister in June, succeeding Ariel Henry, who resigned amid the violence that erupted in the capital following the revelation of his plans to postpone elections.
The Haitian government, according to the Ministry of Justice's statement, is dedicating all necessary resources to confront the actions of criminal gangs that affect the daily lives of citizens through terrorist acts. The public is urged to remain calm and support security forces, as well as the Multinational Security Support Mission, in their efforts to restore peace in the country.
Despite the presence of the multinational mission led by Kenya and approved by the UN, violence persists in Haiti. The situation became more complicated after the assassination of President Moise by a group of mercenaries, mainly Colombians. In the first half of this year, about 3,900 victims, including dead and injured, have been recorded, while the previous year closed with around 8,000 victims, according to data from the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH).
