Fontaine Hospital in Cité Soleil Asks Anti-Gang Forces for Protection

The administration of Fontaine Hospital, in the vulnerable commune of Cité Soleil, has appealed to the leaders of the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), the Haitian National Police (PNH) and the Armed Forces of Haiti (FAd'H). Director General José Ulysse is asking that the facility be protected during security operations in the area. He points out that it cares for pregnant women, children and elderly people who need medical treatment.

Ulysse stressed to police and international authorities how vulnerable the hospital is to these operations. He said that the recent drone strikes carried out by the Task Force have caused tremors that were felt inside the building, heightening his concerns for the safety of health infrastructure and patients.

The hospital insists on the need to preserve medical facilities and guarantee the safety of health workers and patients. It is asking all the forces engaged against the armed groups to pay particular attention, so that it can keep providing its services without being caught up in the conflict.

Specific Requests

José Ulysse asked the military and police authorities to take all necessary measures to ensure the physical protection of health facilities. He stresses the importance of preventing security operations from directly or indirectly affecting the smooth running of Fontaine Hospital.

Fontaine Hospital is located in an area that is particularly exposed to violence linked to the presence of gangs. Recent armed interventions, including by drone, have already caused tremors felt inside the facility, underscoring the risks it faces.