On Monday, the United Nations Security Council authorized the deployment of an armed multinational force to Haiti.
The Caribbean nation wrestles with rampant gang violence and political paralysis.
The UNSC decision comes after repeated calls for military assistance by Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry.
The United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has also strongly urged the international community to back such a mission.
Thirteen members of the council voted in favor of the resolution, with Russia and China abstaining.
Though approved by the powerful UN Security Council, the force would not formally be under UN control. It is expected to be led by Kenya, which has pledged 1000 elite police to spearhead the mission.
Several of Haiti’s Caribbean neighbors, including Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas and Jamaica – have also offered support to the mission.
The “multinational security support” force will have a 12-month mandate in Haiti. The timing of its arrival is not set yet and more countries have been invited to participate.
The resolution also calls for a global stop to arms sales to Haiti, except for approved security purposes.
More information about UNSC resolution on Haiti
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