Approximately one thousand protesters marched in Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti, demanding the resignation of Jean-Bertrand Aristide. In Gonaïves, Haiti's fourth largest city, armed groups continue to dominate the fate of the residents. Gonaïves was taken over by armed groups ten days ago during a violent anti-government uprising. So far, 50 people have lost their lives in the violence in this city. Meanwhile, the President of the Dominican Republic has issued orders to immediately arrest any Haitian rebels crossing the border into the Dominican Republic. In another development, Louis Jodel Chamblain, a leader of the paramilitaries who commanded death squads in Haiti, stated that he will leave his exile in the Dominican Republic to join the uprising in Haiti.
Protests in Haiti - February 16, 2004
Protests in Haiti have escalated with around a thousand demonstrators in Port-au-Prince calling for President Aristide's resignation. Armed groups have taken control of Gonaïves, leading to significant violence and casualties. The Dominican Republic is taking measures to arrest any Haitian rebels crossing its border.
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📰 What Happened
Protesters in Haiti demand Aristide's resignation amid violence and armed group dominance.
- Protesters protest Jean-Bertrand Aristide
- President of the Dominican Republic arrest Haitian rebels
- Louis Jodel Chamblain join anti-government uprising
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📚 Background
The protests in Haiti reflect deep-seated political discontent and the potential for further violence.
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