BREAKING: U.S. Marines providing security for the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were fired upon by suspected gang members in a tense shootout on November 13. This urgent incident, first reported by The Washington Post, has raised significant concerns about the escalating violence in the region.
According to Marine Corps spokesman Captain Steven Keenan, the Marines swiftly returned fire during the engagement, which occurred in the heart of the capital. “I can confirm that Marines supporting embassy security operations were fired upon by suspected gang members in Port-au-Prince and the Marines returned fire on the evening of 13 Nov. No Marines were injured,” Keenan stated in an email to The Epoch Times.
The shootout highlights the ongoing security crisis in Haiti, where gang violence has surged, impacting both residents and international personnel. The U.S. Embassy’s presence is crucial as the country faces increasing instability and lawlessness.
As the situation develops, the U.S. State Department has been contacted for further details but had not responded by publication time. The implications of this incident are significant, not only for U.S. diplomatic operations but also for the safety of citizens living in Haiti amid rampant gang activity.
Authorities will closely monitor this situation, and updates are expected as more information becomes available. This incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced security measures in the region as violence continues to threaten peace and stability.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as officials work to address the escalating crisis in Haiti.
