The situation in Haiti is characterized by a worrisome resurgence of violence and insecurity, primarily attributed to the activities of criminal gangs operating in various regions of the country. This deterioration in security has had detrimental consequences on the daily lives of Haitians, hindering their access to essential services and jeopardizing national stability.

The International Coalition for Security in Haiti will be deployed in the country for a duration of one year, with its primary mission being to combat these criminal groups and restore security. Resolution 2699 outlines a set of measures, including the disarmament of gangs, strengthening the Haitian security forces, and providing humanitarian assistance to address the needs of the civilian population.

This report will describe the support options that the United Nations can provide to improve the security situation in Haiti, including combating illicit trafficking and diversion of weapons, providing additional training to the Haitian National Police, as well as supporting a non-UN multinational force or a potential peacekeeping operation.

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The objective is to support a political settlement in Haiti. The resolution does not explicitly mention the deployment of a non-UN force, contrary to initial reports. The main development lies in the request for Mr. Guterres to submit a detailed report after consulting with Haiti to assess the various support options for an independent multinational force or a potential peacekeeping operation.

This resolution demonstrates the commitment of the international community to support Haiti in its efforts to address the security challenges facing the country. The United Nations is working closely with Haitian authorities to strengthen security measures and promote a sustainable political settlement.