Haiti’s Crisis Worsens as Fuel Shortages Bite, Foreign Intervention Fails to Bring Relief

Port-au-Prince, Haiti - The situation in Haiti has taken a drastic turn for the worse, with fuel shortages reaching critical levels following the government’s failure to pay its gas bills and subsequent price hike. Despite efforts by foreign actors to intervene, the crisis shows no signs of abating.

The Crisis Deepens

The Haitian people are facing immense hardship as they struggle to access basic necessities like food, water, and healthcare.
The country’s security situation has also deteriorated, with criminal gangs exercising savage control over large swathes of territory.

International Intervention Fails to Bring Relief

In a rare moment of unity, the United Nations Security Council convened an emergency meeting yesterday to discuss the crisis.
Representatives from member states voiced their concerns and proposed various solutions, but ultimately failed to agree on a course of action.
Despite efforts to find a solution, the root cause of the crisis remains unresolved.

Quotes from Key Players

Siobhan Miley (Ireland): “We condemn the violence in the strongest terms. Haiti’s leaders need to come together to end the cycle of violence and impunity that has plagued the country for too long.”
Ronaldo Costa Filho (Brazil): “All political actors in Haiti must set aside their differences and work towards a sustainable solution.”
Martin Kimani (Kenya): “The root of the crisis is a governance deficit that is the outcome of an outrageous history of economic punishment for Haiti’s revolution against slavery and colonialism. It has been worsened by failed foreign interventions, and the alliance between gangs, politicians, and business elites.”

A Glimmer of Hope

Despite the challenges, some member states remain committed to supporting Haiti.
The United States has provided over $90 million in security support and humanitarian aid to the country since 2021, and has called for a comprehensive approach to addressing the crisis.

Conclusion

As the situation continues to deteriorate, one thing is clear: the Haitian people are crying out for help. Whether foreign intervention can bring relief remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - something must be done to address this humanitarian crisis.