Dajabón Mayor warns Bukele about the danger of sending soldiers to Haiti

The mayor of Dajabón, Santiago Riverón, warned the president of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, about the dangers that the country’s military would face if they were sent to fight gangs in Haiti, amidst the search for four Salvadoran soldiers whose alleged kidnapping has caused concern.

Riverón stated that the conditions in Haitian territory represent a complex scenario for any military operation and maintained that armed groups could cause numerous casualties among foreign troops.

The municipal official’s statements come after Bukele demanded that the four soldiers be handed over safe and sound, amidst uncertainty regarding their situation.

Mayor of Dajabón issues warning to Nayib Bukele

The mayor of Dajabón stated that sending a larger number of Salvadoran soldiers to Haiti would not guarantee the success of an operation against gangs.

During his statements, Riverón used forceful expressions to describe the risks that, in his opinion, the combatants would face in Haitian territory.

“Bukele, you can send half of the El Salvador army and they will be killed like chickens in Haiti and they will also be eaten because the terrain of Haiti is prepared for that group of savages,” stated the mayor.

The statement corresponds to an assessment by the border official and does not constitute a verified military evaluation regarding the capacity of the gangs or the outcome of a potential intervention.

Riverón insisted that the complexity of the Haitian territory could hinder the operations of foreign military personnel, regardless of the number of troops sent.

Four Salvadoran soldiers raise concern

The mayor’s statements come amid the search for four Salvadoran soldiers in Haiti, whose situation has prompted statements from both Haitian and Salvadoran authorities.

The Haitian government reported that it considers the release of the soldiers a priority and that it is maintaining security efforts aimed at clarifying their situation.

Likewise, the authorities announced high-level meetings to evaluate operations and coordinate measures with the forces in charge of confronting the gangs.

The case has increased attention on the security challenges facing Haiti, especially in areas where armed organizations operate.

Riverón foresees greater international attention on Haiti

Despite his warnings about the risks of military intervention, Santiago Riverón considered that the situation of the four Salvadorans could lead to greater participation by international organizations in the search for solutions to the Haitian crisis.

The mayor maintained that the case could spark special interest from the United States, due to the security implications related to the disappearance of the military personnel.

According to his assessment, international attention could generate new actions against the armed groups that maintain a strong presence in certain areas of Haiti.

However, these statements represent the official’s expectations and do not confirm official decisions from Washington or multilateral organizations.

Security crisis in Haiti continues to cause concern

The insecurity situation in Haiti constitutes one of the main challenges for the authorities of that country and for the forces participating in operations against gangs.

The presence of armed groups and the difficulties in regaining control of different territories complicate security and protection efforts for the population.

In this context, the situation of the four Salvadoran soldiers has raised new questions about the risks faced by members of international forces deployed in Haitian territory.

Authorities continue to face the challenge of developing operations that allow for combating criminal organizations and protecting those who participate in these missions.

Border mayor insists on the risks of an intervention

Santiago Riverón reiterated that the characteristics of the Haitian territory must be taken into consideration before undertaking any larger-scale military operation.

Although he expressed concern about the risks that Salvadoran soldiers could face, he also stated that the current situation could drive a broader international response.

His statements add to the reactions that have emerged regarding the case of the four soldiers and President Nayib Bukele’s demand that they be returned alive.

At the moment, a new Salvadoran military operation has not been officially confirmed in response to this incident.

The mayor of Dajabón maintains his warning about the dangers of a potential intervention, while Haitian authorities continue working to clarify the situation of the soldiers and guarantee their safety.