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Haitian ex-President Martelly hit with U.S. sanctions, accused of facilitating drug trade

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on the former president of Haiti, Michel Joseph Martelly, following accusations that he abused his influence to facilitate drug trafficking into the U.S. and sponsored gangs that have contributed to instability in the Caribbean country

The Independent UK

Authorities find drug smugglers among Haitian migrants escaping violence

Law enforcement in Turks and Caicos Islands seized more than $2 million in marijuana in interceptions of undocumented Haitian migrants

Latin Times

Haiti Protests Police Inaction Against Rampant Gang Violence

Protesters in Port-au-Prince demand action against escalating gang violence in Haiti despite tear gas dispersal. Residents express frustration over governm...

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‘Something sinister happened’: Son searches for truth after mom mysteriously dies at Haitian Vodou retreat

Dana Jackson’s goal had been to become a Manbo priestess – a female ritual specialist in the Haitian Vodou tradition who performs ceremonies, initiations, healings and divinations

The Independent UK

Haitian police tear-gas peaceful protesters as they demand help in stopping gangs

Police in Haiti’s capital tear-gassed hundreds of peaceful protesters in the capital, Port-au-Prince, as they called on law enforcement to help them stop the gangs that have violently seized control of their neighborhoods

The Independent UK

Haiti sees new prison break as security situation deteriorates despite international mission

It is the third major incident in five months. It's still unclear how many prisoners escaped

Latin Times

Haiti fires most of its embassy staff in Suriname over alleged links to human trafficking ring

The decision was made after allegations from French authorities

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Corruption scandal threatens to derail Haiti's newly-formed transitional council

Three of its members are accused of demanding over $750,000 from the director of a state-owned bank to let him keep his job

Latin Times

Haiti is unlikely to meet the deadline to hold presidential elections in 2026, new PM warns

Garry Conille said the country urgently needs more international support to move toward stability

Latin Times

Haitian gangs continue avoiding security forces by shifting their focus to rural areas

Kenyan forces deployed are seemingly insufficient to help local counterparts restore order in the country

Latin Times

Why the Biden Administration Was Wrong to Suspend the CNVH Immigration Parole Program for Migrants From Four Latin American Nations

The program allows Americans to sponsor migrants Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela, and Haiti. The Administration suspended it based on extremely dubious concerns about fraud.

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Biden's DHS Halting Migrant Program Raises Border Security Concerns

Suspending the parole program for Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela could increase illegal entries and undermine border security.

Reason

For Haiti, the Paris Olympics is about more than just winning gold

For the seven athletes competing for Haiti, participating in the Paris Games has always been about more than just winning gold

The Independent UK

Biden Administration Suspends Permits For Four Nationalities

Biden administration suspends permits for individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela due to concerns about financial sponsor fraud. Efforts to ...

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U.S. freezes humanitarian parole for Venezuelans, Haitians, Cubans amid fraud allegations

The Department of Homeland Security said it temporarily paused the issuing of advance travel authorizations for the program "out of an abundance of caution"

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Biden Administration Pauses Controversial Migrant Program Due To Fraud

Biden administration pauses program for Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan migrants due to fraud concerns.

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UN calls for foreign security forces to be deployed faster to quash Haiti gang wars

Armed gangs control much of Caribbean country’s capital with reports of 40 rape victims a day in areas, UN reports

Latin Times

Gangs quickly regroup in Haiti as international forces struggle to make advances

Events at the town of Ganthier illustrate the complications faced by the international force when facing local gangs

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Haitian Forward Nérilia Mondésir Signs With Seattle Reign FC

Nérilia Mondésir becomes the first Haitian player in the NWSL, signing with Seattle Reign FC to boost the team's performance and showcase league diversity.

The Independent UK

Security officers cover Haiti's prime minister with gunfire as he leaves hospital, government says

The office of Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille says security officers had to fire shots to cover leader’s exit from a hospital in Port-au-Prince

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Haiti's Prime Minister Escapes Gunfire During Hospital Interview

Security forces protect Haiti's PM amid gang violence in Port-au-Prince, highlighting ongoing challenges in the nation.

Latin Times

Gang violence in Haiti reaches the last holdout towns despite arrival of international force

Events in the town of Ganthier are illustrative of the challenges faced by those seeking to help the government retake control

The Independent UK

UNICEF warns of $23 million deficit in Haiti's education system as it announces grant

Schools in Haiti’s capital and beyond are crumbling as gang violence deepens poverty and disrupts basic government services as the state education system faces a $23 million deficit

International Business Times

Rival Gangs Sign Truce In Haiti's Largest Shantytown

Two rival gang leaders signed a truce to end armed conflict in Haiti's largest shantytown, a community leader said Thursday.

Latin Times

Tensions rise within Haiti's new ruling group with 'near fight' between PM and high-ranking official

Prime Minister Garry Conille's relationship with the presidential council tasked with paving the way toward elections has been described as "strained"

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