60 civilians among hundreds killed in Haiti drone strikes: Human Rights Watch

1200 people dead as Haitian security forces ramp up targeting of gangs

9 Mar, 23:59 — 10 Mar, 04:33

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Human Rights Watch released a report on drone strikes in Haiti
Over 1,200 people have been killed by these drone strikes
At least 60 civilians, including children, are among the dead
Haitian security forces are using explosive drones to target gangs

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Explosive drone strikes by Haitian security forces have killed over 1,200 people.

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The drone strikes have killed 43 adult civilians and 17 children.

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The Human Rights Watch report was released on Tuesday.

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The use of explosive drones by security forces against gangs, resulting in significant civilian casualties, raises serious human rights concerns and highlights the escalating violence and instability in Haiti. This report could prompt international scrutiny and calls for accountability regarding the methods used in combating gang activity.

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The coverage is largely factual and reportorial, focusing on the findings of the Human Rights Watch report without significant political framing.

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SCMPMostly Factual5d ago

Explosive drones have killed hundreds in Haiti, including civilians: report

Explosive drone strikes by Haitian security forces targeting gangs have killed over 1,200 people, including 43 adult civilians and 17 children, Human Rights Watch said in a report on Tuesday, adding that operations have ramped up in recent months. Since last March, Haitian security forces, with support from Vectus Global, have carried out ‌anti-gang operations using quadcopter drones strapped with explosives, often in densely populated parts of the capital Port-au-Prince. Vectus Global is a...

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