Haitian forces recapture national stadium after two years of gang control

The operation marked a significant victory for authorities in the Caribbean nation, which has struggled with gang violence that has displaced thousands and disrupted basic services.

Military operation

According to a statement from the Haitian National Police, forces took "full control" of the venue with assistance from the Task Force, a private security group contracted by the government. Following the recapture, Salvadoran soldiers were deployed to maintain security at the stadium.