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U.S. defends extension of FRG in Haiti
On September 29, 2026, the United States pleaded before the United Nations Security Council for the continuation of the mandate of the Gang Repression Force (GRF) in Haiti. Washington announced that more than 4,000 reinforcements would be deployed over the next few months, bringing the total number to nearly 17,000 people for positions initially set at 5,500. The mandate was extended until March 31, 2027.
By NAGO News
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The American delegation emphasized that the GRF had an offensive mandate aimed at reclaiming roads and neighborhoods controlled by gangs, dismantling illegal toll posts, and allowing the Haitian National Police (HNP) to regain control. The US representative also indicated that this mission would not be permanent: "This mission cannot and will not become a never-ending mission."
Vant Bèf Info reports that Moscow abstained from voting, expressing reservations about the long-term viability of the GRF. The Russian representative stressed that a military-only response would not suffice to resolve the Haitian crisis and called for strengthening national institutions.
Current Troop Levels
According to Vant Bèf Info, as of July 8, 2026, the GRF's strength was limited to 1,083 military personnel and 16 civilians. The UN calls for accelerating the deployment of troops.
Context
The extended mandate comes as a new resolution was voted on to support the operation until March 2027, underscoring the need to strengthen national security capabilities and public institutions.
Reporting by Rezo Nòdwès
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