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Haiti stampede: 30 killed at historic Citadelle Laferrière

A deadly stampede at Haiti’s Citadelle Laferrière on Saturday claimed at least 30 lives as crowds gathered for an annual celebration. Overcrowding and rainfall contributed to the tragedy at the historic fortress, with many young people among the victims. Officials are responding to the scene, and the death toll may increase.

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