2026-02-16

The Gang Repression Force concept emerged following the failure of the Multinational Security Support mission to achieve sustainable gang territorial rollback. Previous international security interventions in Haiti including MINUSTAH and UNPOL faced criticism for human rights violations and limited long-term effectiveness. The GSF represents an attempt to create a more robust mandate and force structure while maintaining Haitian government authority over operations. Kenya's announced drawdown reflects longstanding challenges in sustaining international security commitments in Haiti.