The banning of civilian flights into Haiti comes after a Spirit Airlines jet was shot at during its approach to Port-au-Prince, raising serious safety concerns.
The UN’s Stephane Dujarric reported 20 armed clashes and roadblocks on the same day as the shooting, highlighting deteriorating security conditions and humanitarian challenges.
The impact of the flight ban is severe, limiting both humanitarian accessibility to embattled Port-au-Prince and critical supplies of food and medical aid.
Life in Haiti's capital has come to a standstill as schools, banks, and government offices closed, showcasing the pervasive fear from escalating gang violence.
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