From euronews · Jerry Fisayo-Bambi · · 1m 10s
Bukele Launches Military Operation to Rescue Haitian Kidnapped Techs
El Salvador's president says military action began to free four aviation technicians held by Haitian gangs.
In brief
El Salvador's president says military action began to free four aviation technicians held by Haitian gangs. El Salvador launched a military operation to rescue four aviation technicians kidnapped by gangs in Haiti, warning of stronger action if they aren't returned alive. Originally reported by euronews.
El Salvador Launches Rescue Mission
El Salvador's president announced a military operation to free four aviation technicians kidnapped by Haitian gangs.
“Today's attack is nothing compared to what is coming if they do not release the four hostages alive.”
Bukele Warns of Stronger Action
Bukele warned that failure to return the technicians alive would trigger a far more powerful military operation.
“Do not take our words as empty threats.”
Kidnapping Details
The four technicians have been missing since Sunday when gangs attacked an armored vehicle in Haiti's Santo area.
Haiti Declares Priority
Haiti's government said the abduction is an absolute priority and is mobilizing resources for rescue efforts.
Operation Scope
El Salvador's mission in Haiti is non-combat, consisting only of pilots and technical personnel for medical evacuations.
International Context
The operation highlights Haiti's gang violence, where gangs control 70 percent of Port-au-Prince and prepare for its first election in over a decade.
The takeaway
El Salvador launched a military operation to rescue four aviation technicians kidnapped by gangs in Haiti, warning of stronger action if they aren't returned alive.
