UN Security Council Reviews Haiti Sanctions Amid Deteriorating Security
The UN Security Council Committee met to review the implementation of the sanctions regime against Haitian gang leaders. Members expressed grave concern over the rapidly deteriorating security situation and the continued influence of sanctioned individuals like Jimmy 'Barbecue' Cherizier. The committee reaffirmed its commitment to updating the sanctions list and ensuring effective enforcement to curb the flow of illicit arms and funding to criminal groups destabilizing the nation.
Date: August 12, 2026
Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Conflict: Haiti Gang Conflict
Category: sanctions
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: Haiti Libre