2026-01-31

Viv Ansanm executed coordinated multi-hour attack killing seven and displacing residents demonstrating operational capacity beyond defensive positions. Tet Kajak junction controls access between West and Sud-Est departments making it strategic chokepoint for Port-au-Prince to Jacmel corridor. One year of Kenscoff territorial control enabled gang consolidation and force projection into previously secure Sud-Est territories. Security forces outnumbered with 12,000 PNH against 12,000 gang members and GSF at 1,000 versus 5,550 authorized strength. Humanitarian corridor from Port-au-Prince through Kenscoff to Jacmel now requires armed escort or alternative routing. Mayor Massillon Jean requested reinforced security support indicating local authorities cannot contain gang expansion without external assistance. January 31, 2026