Haiti in Crisis: Gangs Demand Resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry

Port-au-Prince, Haiti Honduras
Despite international pressure for him to step down, Henry is refusing to do so.
Haiti is in crisis as gangs threaten to overthrow the government.
The prime minister, Ariel Henry, has been stranded abroad and cannot return due to security concerns. Gangs have surrounded the country's main airport in Port-au-Prince and are demanding that Henry resign or face a civil war.
Haiti in Crisis: Gangs Demand Resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry

Haiti is in crisis as gangs threaten to overthrow the government. The prime minister, Ariel Henry, has been stranded abroad and cannot return due to security concerns. Gangs have surrounded the country's main airport in Port-au-Prince and are demanding that Henry resign or face a civil war. Despite international pressure for him to step down, Henry is refusing to do so.


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Confidence

80%

Doubts
  • It's unclear if there have been any attempts at dialogue between the gangs and the government.
  • The article does not provide specific information on how many people are involved in these protests or what their motivations are.

Sources

71%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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US pushes Haiti’s prime minister on transition as gang leader warns of ‘genocide’

CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Caitlin Stephen Wednesday, 06 March 2024 16:27
  • Unique Points
    • The US has called for urgent movement toward a political transition in Haiti.
    • Gangs run amok in the nation's capital and opposition groups demand Prime Minister Ariel Henry's resignation.
    • Henry landed in Puerto Rico on Tuesday after days of speculation about his whereabouts. He had been in Kenya last week to sign an agreement securing a Kenyan-led multinational mission to restore security in the Caribbean nation.
    • The Dominican Republic rejected informal inquiries from both the US and Haiti's government this week about a possible 'indefinite stopover' for Henry's plane, without receiving a defined flight plan.
    • US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said: 'What we’ve asked (Henry) to do is move forward on a political process that will lead to establishment of a presidential transitional council that will lead to elections.'
    • The Haitian capital Port-au-Prince has been gripped by a wave of highly coordinated gang attacks on law enforcement and state institutions since Henry's trip to Kenya.
    • Armed groups have burned down police stations and released thousands of inmates from two prisons, in what one gang leader, Jimmy Cherizier, described as an attempt to overthrow Henry's government.
    • Cherizier has taken credit for the attacks and warned of even more dire consequences if the international community continues to support Henry.
    • Henry's predecessor, former Prime Minister Claude Joseph, told CNN Wednesday that political opposition groups are discussing a possible transition of power in Port-au-Prince. That process would likely be structured with the initial appointment of a three-member transitional council, which would select an interim president to lead the country.
    • The US is making preparations for the potential for mass migration from Haiti over concerns that many people could flee as the situation worsens.
    • The UN Security Council is due to hold a meeting on Haiti later on Wednesday. Ahead of the meeting, Volker Türk urged international actors to act swiftly and decisively to prevent further descent into chaos in Haiti.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (50%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Henry landed in Puerto Rico on Tuesday after days of speculation about his whereabouts. However, it is not clear from the article whether this was true or if he had been there all along. Secondly, the author quotes Cherizier as warning of a genocide if Henry does not step down and implies that this is a possibility. However, it is important to note that genocide requires intentionality on behalf of those committing the crime and evidence suggests that Cherizier's statement was an exaggeration rather than an accurate prediction. Thirdly, the author quotes Tara John as stating that Henry had planned to return to Haiti via the US and Dominican Republic but was diverted to Puerto Rico after the Dominican government changed its mind. However, it is not clear from this quote whether or not Henry actually intended on returning home at all. Lastly, the author quotes Linda Thomas-Greenfield as stating that they are urging Henry to expedite a political transition in Haiti but also states that they are not calling for him to resign which contradicts each other.
    • The article claims that Henry landed in Puerto Rico on Tuesday after days of speculation about his whereabouts. However, it is not clear from the article whether this was true or if he had been there all along.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the US Ambassador and State Department spokesperson without providing any evidence or context for their statements. Additionally, the author quotes a gang leader who warns of genocide if Ariel Henry does not step down, which is inflammatory rhetoric that could be seen as incitement to violence. The article also contains an example of dichotomous depiction by describing Haiti's capital Port-au-Prince as being gripped by a wave of highly coordinated gang attacks on law enforcement and state institutions, which creates a stark contrast between the positive and negative aspects of the situation in Haiti. The author also uses an example of inflammatory rhetoric when describing Cherizier's warning that if Henry does not step down, it will lead to genocide.
    • The US Ambassador and State Department spokesperson were quoted without providing any evidence or context for their statements. This is an appeal to authority fallacy.
  • Bias (85%)
    The article contains multiple examples of bias. The author uses loaded language such as 'genocide' and 'indefinite stopover', which are extreme and exaggerated terms that could be seen as inflammatory or sensationalist. Additionally, the author quotes a gang leader who is known for his violent actions against law enforcement officials in Haiti, giving him credence despite his questionable reputation. The article also presents one side of the story without providing any context or counterarguments from other perspectives.
    • The author quotes Jimmy Cherizier, a gang leader who has been involved in violent attacks against law enforcement officials in Haiti
      • There are no examples provided of any counterarguments or alternative perspectives on the issue
        • The use of 'genocide' to describe a situation is extreme and exaggerated
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
          The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Haiti's prime minister transition as they are reporting on it while also covering the security crisis in Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic. The article mentions that gang leader Moise Jean-Louis warned of genocide if he is not allowed to participate in the election, which could be seen as a personal interest or bias.
          • The author reports on Haiti's prime minister transition while also covering the security crisis in Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic. This suggests that they may have competing loyalties or obligations that could compromise their ability to act objectively and impartially.

          77%

          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

          A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

          Haiti's prime minister is stranded abroad as gangs threaten 'civil war'

          National Public Radio (NPR) Wednesday, 06 March 2024 00:00
          • Unique Points
            • Haiti's prime minister is stranded abroad as gangs threaten 'civil war',
            • Gangs in Haiti continue to surround the country's main airport in Port-au-Prince
            • Henry did not answer phone calls from NPR and a government spokesperson could not provide any information
          • Accuracy
            • Haiti's prime minister is stranded abroad as gangs threaten 'civil war'
            • Gangs in Haiti continue to surround the country's main airport
            • 'What we’ve asked (Henry) to do is move forward on a political process that will lead to establishment of a presidential transitional council that will lead to elections.
          • Deception (50%)
            The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title implies that Haiti's prime minister is stranded abroad due to civil war when in fact he was unable to return because of gang violence. Secondly, the author quotes a spokesperson for Puerto Rico's governor stating that Henry had landed in San Juan on Tuesday but does not provide any evidence or confirmation from other sources. This creates an impression that Henry has already returned to Haiti when he is still believed to be in Puerto Rico. Thirdly, the article uses sensationalist language such as 'civil war' and 'genocide' which are extreme exaggerations of the situation in Haiti.
            • The article quotes a spokesperson for Puerto Rico's governor stating that Henry had landed in San Juan on Tuesday but does not provide any evidence or confirmation from other sources. This creates an impression that Henry has already returned to Haiti when he is still believed to be in Puerto Rico. This is a lie by omission as it fails to provide context for why Henry cannot return.
            • The title implies that Haiti's prime minister is stranded abroad due to civil war when in fact he was unable to return because of gang violence. This is a lie by omission as it fails to provide context for why Henry cannot return.
            • The article uses sensationalist language such as 'civil war' and 'genocide' which are extreme exaggerations of the situation in Haiti.
          • Fallacies (80%)
            The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the statement of a spokesperson for Puerto Rico's governor without providing any context or evidence to support it. Additionally, the author quotes a gang leader as if their words are factual and objective when in reality they are biased and potentially misleading.
            • The article states that Prime Minister Ariel Henry is currently stranded abroad due to gang violence. However, this statement is not supported by any evidence or context provided in the article.
          • Bias (85%)
            The article contains a statement from the leader of one of Haiti's most prominent gangs that threatens civil war if Prime Minister Ariel Henry does not resign. This is an example of religious bias as it implies that the prime minister must be removed in order to prevent violence and restore peace.
            • Barbecue, the leader of the G9 and Family gang, speaks to journalists in the Delmas 6 neighborhood of Port-au-Prince on Tuesday. Barbecue, the leader of the G9 and Family gang, speaks to journalists in the Delmas 6 neighborhood of Port-au-Prince on Tuesday.
            • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
              None Found At Time Of Publication
            • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
              None Found At Time Of Publication

            68%

            The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
            (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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            Haiti Gangs Press Prime Minister to Step Down

            The Name Of The NZ Prefix. I PWA NZI.P.Was Dropped. Simon Romero, Wednesday, 06 March 2024 18:36
            • Unique Points
              • , The United States is increasing pressure on Prime Minister Ariel Henry to enable a transfer of power in Haiti.
              • Gang leaders have rushed to fill the power vacuum left by Mr. Henry's absence from Port-au-Prince.
            • Accuracy
              • Haiti is facing a crisis as armed gangs are pressuring the country's prime minister to resign.
              • , Gang leaders have rushed to fill the power vacuum left by Mr. Henry's absence from Port-au-Prince.
            • Deception (50%)
              The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title implies that the gangs are pressuring Prime Minister Ariel Henry to step down when it's actually an alliance of armed gangs who are doing so. Secondly, the sentence 'Aiming to ease the standoff, the Biden administration is increasing pressure on Prime Minister Ariel Henry to enable a transfer of power.' implies that President Biden is calling for Prime Minister Henry's resignation which he denied in his statement. Thirdly, there are no sources disclosed or quoted in this article.
              • The title implies that the gangs are pressuring Prime Minister Ariel Henry to step down when it's actually an alliance of armed gangs who are doing so.
            • Fallacies (75%)
              The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when it states that the United States has been backing Prime Minister Ariel Henry since he became Haiti's de facto leader after President Jovenel Moise was assassinated in 2021. This implies that the US government is responsible for his leadership and decisions, which may not be entirely accurate or true.
              • The United States has been backing Prime Minister Ariel Henry since he became Haiti's de facto leader after President Jovenel Moise was assassinated in 2021.
            • Bias (85%)
              The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses the phrase 'Haiti's security crisis is reaching a breaking point', which implies that it is solely due to the actions of armed gangs, ignoring other factors such as poverty and corruption that contribute to the crises in Haiti.
              • The power struggle in Haiti is raising pressure on the United States to ease tensions while casting doubt on plans for a Kenyan-led security mission.
              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication
              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                Simon Romero and Maria Abi-Habib have a conflict of interest on the topic of Haiti as they are reporting for The New York Times which has financial ties to companies that operate in Haiti. They also have a personal relationship with Prime Minister Ariel Henry.
                • The article mentions Simon Romero's previous coverage of Haiti, including his report on the country's security crisis and armed gangs.

                68%

                The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

                A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

                Haiti gang leader warns of civil war unless PM Ariel Henry steps down

                Al Jazeera Media Network Al Jazeera Wednesday, 06 March 2024 23:12
                • Unique Points
                  • Thousands have fled since gangs began a coordinated campaign to push Prime Minister Ariel Henry from power.
                  • “If Ariel Henry doesn't resign, if the international community continues to support him, we’ll be heading straight for a civil war that will lead to genocide,” Cherizier
                  • Gangs opened fire on police late on Monday outside the Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince, as dozens of employees and other workers fled the bullets.
                  • “Haiti is now under the control of the gangs. The government isn’t present,” Michel St-Louis
                  • At least 15,000 people have recently evacuated the worst-hit parts of Port-au-Prince.
                  • Over the weekend the gangs raided Haiti's two largest prisons, enabling thousands of inmates to escape.
                • Accuracy
                  • If Ariel Henry doesn't resign, if the international community continues to support him, we're heading straight for a civil war that will lead to genocide.
                  • “Haiti is now under the control of the gangs. The government isnƙt present,” Michel St-Louis
                  • “Haiti is facing a crisis as armed gangs are pressuring the country's prime minister to resign. The United States is increasing pressure on Prime Minister Ariel Henry to enable a transfer of power in Haiti. Gang leaders have rushed to fill the power vacuum left by Mr. Henry's absence from Port-au-Prince.
                  • Armed groups have burned down police stations and released thousands of inmates from two prisons, in what one gang leader, Jimmy Cherizier, described as an attempt to overthrow Henry's government. Cherizier has taken credit for the attacks and warned of even more dire consequences if the international community continues to support Henry.
                  • The weekend wave of violence comes amid growing chaos and lawlessness in Haiti There isn't a single elected official with a current mandate, including the prime minister. Security services are overwhelmed
                • Deception (50%)
                  The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author implies that Jimmy Cherizier's warning of civil war and genocide unless Ariel Henry steps down is a legitimate threat when there is no evidence to support this claim. Secondly, the author presents Cherizier as an expert on Haiti's political situation despite his history of human rights abuses and being under United Nations sanctions. Thirdly, the article fails to disclose sources for some statements made about Henry's whereabouts and intentions.
                  • The author implies that Jimmy Cherizier's warning of civil war and genocide unless Ariel Henry steps down is a legitimate threat when there is no evidence to support this claim. For example, the article states:
                • Fallacies (80%)
                  The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the statements of a gang leader and a spokesperson for the United Nations without providing any context or evidence to support their claims. Additionally, there are examples of inflammatory rhetoric used by both Cherizier and St-Louis when discussing the situation in Haiti. The article also contains an example of dichotomous depiction as it portrays Haiti as either a paradise or a hell for all its citizens.
                  • Jimmy Cherizier, the Haitian gang leader behind a violent attempt to overthrow Prime Minister Ariel Henry, has warned of civil war and
                • Bias (85%)
                  The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses the phrase 'genocide' which is a loaded term that has been used to describe extreme violence against certain groups of people based on their religion or ethnicity. This language dehumanizes those being targeted and implies that they are deserving of such violence, which is not an objective assessment of the situation. Additionally, the article mentions Jimmy Cherizier's status as a former police officer who has been under United Nations sanctions for human rights abuses. The author does not provide any context or explanation for these sanctions and implies that they are irrelevant to the current crisis in Haiti. This is an example of monetary bias, as it suggests that Cherizier's past actions should be ignored because he has been punished financially by international organizations.
                  • The article mentions Jimmy Cherizier's status as a former police officer who has been under United Nations sanctions for human rights abuses, but does not provide any context or explanation for these sanctions.
                    • The author uses the phrase 'genocide', which is a loaded term that dehumanizes those being targeted and implies they are deserving of extreme violence.
                    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                      Al Jazeera has a conflict of interest on the topics of Haiti gang leader Jimmy Cherizier and Prime Minister Ariel Henry as they are reporting on their coordinated campaign to push Henry from power. The article also uses inflammatory language such as 'genocide' which could be seen as biased.
                      • Al Jazeera is owned by the Qatari government, which has a vested interest in maintaining stability and security in Haiti through its support of Prime Minister Ariel Henry.
                        • The article uses inflammatory language such as 'genocide' to create an emotional response from readers rather than presenting objective facts.
                        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                          None Found At Time Of Publication