The United States, through Acting US Ambassador Dorothy Shea, announced plans on Thursday, August 28, for a new Gang Suppression Force to combat escalating gang violence in Haiti, seeking United Nations approval. This initiative aims to bolster security efforts against gangs that have seized vast territories in the Caribbean nation.

• The US and Panama governments are circulating a draft resolution to the UN Security Council for the force's establishment.
• Ambassador Shea commended Kenya's police for leading the current Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti.
• Sources suggest the existing MSS mission could transform into the new Gang Suppression Force with increased size and logistical support; currently, fewer than 1000 Kenyan police officers are deployed despite original plans for 2500 by 2025.
• A private security firm, Vectus Global, led by Erik Prince, is reportedly planning to deploy over 200 personnel to aid the Haitian government.