In 2024, at least 5,601 people have died due to gang violence in Haiti, an increase of 1,000 from the previous year, according to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk. The country faces immense instability, with gangs controlling 85% of the capital, Port-au-Prince. The situation has worsened despite the international security mission led by Kenya, which is struggling with resource shortages. The UN also reported significant human rights abuses, including executions and mob lynchings.