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Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto, pictured at the General Assembly’s 78th session on September 21, 2023, is among several leaders urging the UN Security Council to approve the multinational force's deployment in Haiti. Credit UN Photo/Cia Pak

The United States pledged $100 million for the multinational security mission in Haiti during a week of impassioned speeches, meetings and commitments – including a signed agreement between Kenya and Haiti – by world leaders urging the United Nations Security Council to authorize deploying the force.

“Haitians deserve the same level of international attention and support as the Ukrainian people,” said Charles Savarin, president of Dominica, in his address during the 78th UN Assembly last Thursday. 

Overview:

In a powerful show of support, several world leaders at the 78th UN Assembly, led by U.S. President Joe Biden, have echoed Haiti’s plea for the United Nations Security Council to swiftly authorize a multinational security mission.

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I am Juhakenson Blaise, a journalist based in the city of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. I cover the news that develops in this city and deals with other subjects related to the experience of Haitians for the Haitian Times newspaper. I am also a lover of poetry.