UN says human rights situation in Haiti is 'extremely worrying'

UN Warns of Deepening Human Rights Crisis in Haiti Amid Escalating Gang Violence - teleSUR English

The United Nations has raised serious concerns about Haiti’s human rights emergency, reporting more than 4,800 deaths linked to gang violence since October 2024, along with widespread sexual violence, kidnappings, and mass displacement. RELATED: Over 1,500 Haitians Killed in 1st Semester of 2025: BINUH Speaking to reporters on Friday, U.N. Secretary-General spokesperson Farhan Haq described the situation in Haiti as “extremely worrying.” Between…

UN says human rights situation in Haiti is 'extremely worrying'

From October 2024 to June 2025, more than 4,800 people across Haiti were killed by gang violence. Hundreds more have been injured, kidnapped, raped and trafficked, according to the United Nations