Haitian police retake national stadium from gangs after two years
Haitian security forces regained control of the country's main football stadium on Thursday after two years under gang control, with Salvadoran troops taking over security at the venue.
The stadium's recapture marks a significant development in Haiti's ongoing security crisis. The operation comes as El Salvador deploys 2,000 soldiers to Haiti following an ambush that left four of its troops missing.
The national stadium has been a symbol of Haiti's turmoil since gangs seized control two years ago, disrupting public life and sporting events. The retaking of the venue represents a rare victory for Haitian authorities against powerful criminal groups.
The Salvadoran troops' involvement in securing the stadium highlights the international dimension of Haiti's security challenges. The country continues to face severe instability with gangs controlling large portions of the capital and surrounding areas.
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