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Haiti Deployment Deal Sees Several Kenyan Police Opting Out

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Last updated: 2024/03/08 at 9:13 AM
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Amid the burgeoning crisis in Haiti, an undisclosed number of Kenyan police officers have chosen to withdraw from a deployment mission aimed at assisting the Caribbean nation in tackling its escalating gang situation. The decision comes in the wake of an agreement between Haiti and Kenya to deploy 1000 officers for this purpose.

Officers opt out of Haiti Mission

As reported by the BBC on March 7, these officers have expressed concerns about their safety amidst the relentless gang activities plaguing Haiti. While initially volunteering for the mission, many officers have now opted out, citing uncertainties about the execution plans and mechanisms put in place.

In interviews with the media, Kenyan police officers emphasized the recent surge in gang violence in Haiti as a significant factor in their decision to withdraw. They highlighted that the mission was voluntary and not mandatory, and their primary concern was ensuring their own safety.

The unrest in the country reached a critical point on March 3 when a notorious gang leader, known as Barbecue, launched assaults on the nation’s main airport, threatening to prevent the return of Prime Minister Ariel Henry. Taking advantage of the absence of Prime Minister Henry, gangs in Port-au-Prince orchestrated coordinated attacks, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the country.

The deployment deal between Kenya and Haiti was formalized on March 1 during Prime Minister Henry’s visit to Kenya. President William Ruto defended the decision, stating that Kenya was offering its police officers’ experience and expertise to support Haiti in line with mandates from the United Nations Security Council.

However, despite Kenya’s efforts, the United States rejected plans to send its troops to Haiti as part of the peacekeeping mission. Instead, the U.S. pledged to assist in other means, including international cooperation.

As Haiti grapples with escalating violence and instability, the withdrawal of Kenyan police officers underscores the complex challenges faced by international efforts to restore peace and security in the region.

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