"At least 30 people were killed and dozens more were hospitalized after a stampede at a historical fortress in Haiti on Saturday. The stampede occurred at Citadelle Laferriere during a tourist activity bringing together many young people."
"The injured are currently receiving the necessary medical care, and a rescue team is searching for any missing persons, Culture Minister Emmanuel Menard told the AFP news agency."
"Haiti's Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime extended his sincere condolences to the bereaved families and assures them of his profound solidarity during this time of mourning and great suffering."
"The deadly stampede comes as Haiti deals with a wave of gang violence that has shut down much of the country."
A tragic stampede at Citadelle Laferriere in Haiti led to at least 30 fatalities and numerous injuries during a tourist event. The incident occurred during an annual celebration of the UNESCO World Heritage site, which commemorates Haiti's independence. Culture Minister Emmanuel Menard confirmed that rescue teams are searching for missing persons. Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime expressed condolences to the victims' families and assured that authorities are mobilized to provide necessary assistance. The event took place amid ongoing gang violence affecting the country.
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