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The Multi-National Security Mission (MSS) To Provide Support To Haiti

Brief History:

  • Haiti has seen a substantial rise in violence in the past year, as armed groups have taken control of large parts of the nation, including the capital city, Port-au-Prince.
  • October 2023: Haitian Prime Minister first sought international support to assist the national police.

Key Points: 

  • Why in News: The United Nations Security Council has approved international intervention in the form of a Multi-National Security Mission (MSS).
  • Kenya has volunteered to lead the force to restore security, protect critical infrastructure and control spiraling violence in the country.
  • Other countries like the Bahamas, Jamaica and Antigua and Barbuda have also offered support.
  • The USA won’t send its troops but has committed $100 million for aid in Haiti.
  • Difference between UN peacekeeping mission and multi-national security mission (MSS): Unlike the U.N. peacekeeping mission to Haiti that ended in 2017, the multi-national security mission (MSS) approved by the UNSC will not be operated by the United Nations.