Haitian authorities have declared a nationwide state of emergency to combat violent gangs that are controlling parts of the capital, Port-au-Prince.

This state of emergency was first implemented on March 3, prompted by escalating violence in the region.

The United Nations has reported that nearly 580,000 people are internally displaced due to ongoing conflict, with almost five million facing severe hunger.

The unrest in Haiti intensified when protesters attacked a power plant, leading to frequent power cuts and leaving over a million residents in Port-au-Prince without electricity.

This situation is significant as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit Haiti to discuss the democratic transition with Prime Minister Garry Conille.

Prime Minister Conille has been striving to restore order since his government was formed three months ago amid this turmoil.

The United States remains the largest supporter of a UN-backed security mission aimed at addressing the rampant gang violence in Haiti.

In response to the crisis, a contingent of 400 Kenyan police officers arrived in Haiti in June and July as part of a UN-approved international force of 2,500 officers.

The situation further deteriorated in March when armed gangs attacked Haiti's largest prisons, resulting in the escape of approximately 3,700 inmates.