On the humanitarian and security situation in Haiti, in particular the rising power of criminal gangs and the recent massacre in Cabaret

B100436/2025

Motion for a European Parliament resolution on the humanitarian and security situation in Haiti, in particular the rising power of criminal gangs and the recent massacre in Cabaret

(2025/2905(RSP))

The European Parliament,

having regard to its previous resolutions on Haiti and the Caribbien;

having regard to Rule 150 (5) of its Rules of Procedure;

A. Whereas Haiti is facing a severe humanitarian and security crisis, further aggravated by the weakening of state institutions and ongoing political instability;

B. Whereas criminal gangs have progressively expanded their control over large parts of the territory, particularly in the capital Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas, obstructing the population’s access to essential goods and services;

C. Whereas increasing violence, including kidnappings, extortion, and massacres, has generated massive internal displacement and further deepened food insecurity among the population;

D. Whereas the recent massacre in Cabaret, in which dozens of civilians were brutally killed and entire communities forced to flee, illustrates the dramatic escalation of gang violence;

E. Whereas the limited capacity of Haitian security forces and the insufficient level of international support prevent an adequate response to protect the civilian population;

F. Whereas the crisis in Haiti has significant implications for regional stability and requires urgent engagement from the international community to support the restoration of the rule of law and to ensure humanitarian assistance;

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Urges the Haitian authorities to restore security and the rule of law, and to strengthen state institutions in order to counter the growing power of criminal gangs;

Calls on the international community, including the EU and its Member States, to increase humanitarian assistance to populations affected by gang violence and displacement, ensuring safe and unhindered access for aid delivery;

Encourages the EU to support initiatives aimed at enhancing the capacity of Haitian security forces to protect civilians and re-establish stability, in full respect of human rights;

Urges the Haitian Government to investigate the Cabaret massacre and other acts of violence, and to ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice;

Calls on international partners to coordinate efforts to prevent further deterioration of the humanitarian situation, including support for food security, healthcare, and protection of vulnerable groups;

Encourages regional actors to play a constructive role in promoting stability, mediation, and assistance to the Haitian people;

Instructs its President to forward this resolution to the Council, the Commission, the EEAS, the Government of Haiti, the CARICOM Secretariat, and the UN Secretary-General.