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  The Urgent Need to Eradicate Terrorist Gangs in Haiti: A Humanitarian Imperative By Patrick Prézeau Stephenson (Le Français suit) Introduction  The current situation in Haiti has reached a critical juncture, with the capital, Port-au-Prince, facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. The rampant violence perpetrated by terrorist gangs has not only destabilized the nation but also crippled its healthcare system, leading to severe consequences for the population. While efforts are being made to reclaim territories, as highlighted by the recent statement from the Director General of the Haitian National Police, Normil Rameau, these actions alone are insufficient. Rameau affirmed that the premises of the State University Hospital of Haiti have never been retaken by bandits and that this was an attempt to discredit the police's efforts to restore order in the metropolitan area [1]. However, it is evident that restoring order must go beyond merely reclaiming territories. T...

  The Far-Left Perspective on Haiti's Political Transition By Patrick Prézeau Stephenson ( Le Français suit ) Context and Critique Henriot Dorcent's article, "In Haiti, the Masks Come Off," presents a vehement critique of Prime Minister Garry Conille's government and the broader political transition in Haiti. Dorcent asserts that the current transition is merely a facade orchestrated by U.S. imperialism, designed to maintain control over Haiti's political and economic affairs [1]. While some points in Dorcent's argument warrant consideration, it's crucial to provide a balanced analysis to understand the complexities of Haiti's political landscape. U.S. Influence and Haitian Sovereignty Dorcent's claim that the U.S. orchestrated the entire political transition in Haiti, appointing Garry Conille and Normil Rameau, oversimplifies the situation. While the U.S. undoubtedly has significant influence in Haiti, it is important to recognize th...