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World in brief: September 12, 2022

HAITI: Prime Minister Ariel Henry pledged yet again to work towards holding elections as he marked the anniversary of being sworn into office following the president’s assassination.

The speech followed a string of demonstrations across the country in protest against worsening conditions, including gang violence, a severe lack of fuel and soaring inflation.

Mr Henry promised that fuel would soon be available on a regular basis and he rejected accusations he is trying to hold onto power.

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