Haiti's security situation remains precarious, as highlighted in a recent briefing to the Security Council by Maria Isabel Salvador, head of the UN political office in the country. Salvador reported a continued deterioration in security over recent months, despite some political progress that offers a glimmer of hope. However, she emphasized that the transitional framework is fragile, particularly in light of serious corruption allegations against three members of Haiti's transitional council, which have raised concerns about the legitimacy of their actions.

Salvador urged the Security Council to maintain its commitment to supporting Haiti, stressing that a lasting solution requires simultaneous advancements in both political and security realms, bolstered by ongoing international solidarity. The situation is further complicated by the fact that gangs control approximately 85% of Port-au-Prince, as noted by Gadawali, head of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime. She reported that, despite an arms embargo, trafficking of weapons and ammunition continues, exacerbating the violence and chaos in the country. Alarmingly, there has been a surge in human trafficking, particularly involving children, driven by gang activity.

In related humanitarian efforts, the World Food Programme announced the successful arrival of the first cross-border barge convoy from South Sudan to Sudan, delivering 1,000 metric tonnes of food assistance to help feed 80,000 people for a month. This delivery marks a significant step in establishing vital routes for aid to Sudan, where the humanitarian community is urged to utilize all possible routes to deliver assistance effectively.

As the international community reflects on these pressing issues, upcoming events at the UN include a book launch related to Holocaust remembrance and a briefing on global education estimates, highlighting the organization's ongoing commitment to addressing various global challenges.