### [2026-09-29](/feed/2026/09/29/index.md)

##### Haitian crisis
# The United Nations Security Council extends the mandate of the Gang Suppression Force in Haiti by six months, allowing the multinational force to continue supporting Haitian security forces against armed gangs. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via RFI](https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260929-un-security-council-extends-haiti-mission-by-6-months)

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