23 Countries the U.S. Warns Americans Against Visiting Now: The Full Story

5. Haiti: Descent into Chaos

The "Do Not Travel" advisory for Haiti is more critical than ever. Extreme gang violence, rampant kidnappings for ransom (targeting Americans), fuel shortages, and political paralysis have created a humanitarian and security catastrophe. Armed gangs control key infrastructure, including routes to and from the airport, making movement incredibly perilous. Basic services are collapsing. The full story is a nation in profound crisis, where the safety of U.S. citizens cannot be guaranteed under any circumstances.