A new wave of gang violence in the Haiti's Ouest and Artibonite departments has left dozens dead and displaced thousands, according to the World Food Programme.
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Thousands displaced as gang violence surges in Haiti
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A surge in gang violence in Haiti's Ouest and Artibonite departments has resulted in dozens of deaths and displaced thousands of people, according to the World Food Programme. The situation is dire, with many in need of assistance. The violence is part of a larger crisis in Haiti, which has been plagued by gang activity and instability. The international community is calling for calm and an end to the violence.