Welcome to Port-au-Prince, where gangs rule the streets and the state is just a shadow of its former self! Yes, you read that right — about 90% of Haiti’s capital is now under the control of criminal gangs who spare no effort in spreading terror. In recent months, violence has escalated so much that gangs set fire to the legendary Oloffson Hotel, a place once frequented by world-famous stars like Mick Jagger and Elizabeth Taylor. The hotel was destroyed in clashes with police, and its owner has promised to rebuild it, but the real question is whether the state will ever regain control over this area.
The situation in Port-au-Prince is far from normal. The gangs have become so powerful that they assassinated President Jovenel Moïse, leaving the country leaderless. Violence is so intense that a curfew and a state of emergency have been declared, with the army patrolling streets that were once safe. People are fleeing their homes, and the death toll keeps rising — at least 70 victims in recent clashes.
But that’s not all! The gangs now control major trade routes, causing drastic price hikes for basic goods like oil and rice. The state is practically paralyzed, and the international community is powerless. The UN mission is operating at only 40% of its planned staff, and aid is insufficient to stop this disaster.
As Port-au-Prince turns into a ghost town, the gangs don’t stop — they kill, burn, loot, and the violence spreads to other parts of Haiti. Private security firms and self-defense groups have sprung up in response to the chaos, but many collaborate with criminals, making the situation even more complicated.
This isn’t just a story about violence — it’s a story of total state collapse, of people left at the mercy of criminals, of a place where law no longer exists. If you think this is far from us, think again — this is a warning of what happens when a state loses control.
So, what do you think? Can Port-au-Prince ever be a safe place again? Or is this just the beginning of a new era of anarchy? Drop a comment, share your thoughts, or just say — who’s next? Because believe me, this story is far from over!
