Jimmy "Barbecue" Cherizier, the notorious leader of Haiti's G9 Federation gang, has voiced strong opposition to the presence of 400 Kenyan troops in Haiti. These troops, part of an international effort to stabilize the country, have been labeled as invaders by Cherizier. A video circulating online captures Cherizier leading his armed followers in chants against the Kenyan forces, emphasizing his determination to defend Haiti's sovereignty and integrity.
Cherizier, with a history of violence and influence in Haiti's gang landscape, has made it clear that he and his gangs will actively resist the Kenyan presence. He stated, "If they are not Haitians and they are on Haiti soil, they are invaders. I don't care if they are white or black. We’ll fight with our lives to defend our country and the integrity of our country."
The deployment of Kenyan troops began on Saturday, June 29, with Kenyan police starting patrols in Haiti's capital city. This move is part of a broader strategy to curb the escalating violence and instability that has plagued Haiti.
Cherizier's opposition comes in the wake of unsuccessful negotiations between his gangs and Haiti's newly appointed Prime Minister, Garry Conille. The failure of these talks has likely fueled his aggressive stance against the Kenyan troops. As a prominent figure in Haiti's gang hierarchy, Cherizier's influence and control over armed factions make his threats particularly concerning for the peacekeeping mission.
The situation raises critical questions about the effectiveness of the Kenyan troops in achieving their mission and restoring stability in Haiti. The gangs, under Cherizier's leadership, have demonstrated their capacity for organized violence and disruption. The international community is now watching closely to see if the Kenyan forces can overcome these challenges and bring about the desired peace and order.
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