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Haiti, trade top agenda as Kenya's Ruto makes historic state visit to US

Kenyan President William Ruto is this week making the first state visit to the US by an African leader in 15 years. The crisis in Haiti, where Kenya has pledged troops to quel gang violence, is topping the agenda – as are trade and security partnerships.

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Dominican Republic's President Abinader Wins Resounding Re-election

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader clinched a second term in office with a commanding election win, endorsing his handling of the economy and tough policies toward migration from Haiti, results showed Monday.

International Business Times

Ruto On First State Visit By Kenyan Leader To US In Two Decades

Kenyan President William Ruto meets his US counterpart Joe Biden in Washington this week, with the crisis in Haiti and efforts to build trade ties likely to top the agenda.

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President Abinader set for a win in Dominican elections amid economic challenges and Haiti crisis

The current president began building a 164-kilometer concrete wall along the border with Haiti to keep out undocumented migrants

Latin Times

Dominican Republic Elections: Focus On Border Security And Migration

Get insights into the upcoming general elections in the Dominican Republic and the government's stance on Haitian migrant issues.

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As killings surge, Haitians struggle to bury loved ones and find closure in violent capital

Finding closure for loved ones killed by gangs on a relentless rampage through Haiti’s capital and beyond is growing harder day by day in a country where burial rituals are sacred and the dead venerated

The Independent UK

Dominican Republic's Vote Is Dominated By Haiti Crisis

Dominican President Luis Abinader is poised for comfortable reelection Sunday on the back of widespread support for his tough stance on migration from troubled neighbor Haiti.

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Dominican president leverages anti-Haitian wall as strategic trump card for reelection

Construction on the wall started in 2022, and Abinader has boasted it will "forever change the Dominican Republic"

Latin Times

Anti-Haitian Wall: Dominican President's Reelection Trump Card

A prison-like watchtower casts a pall over an otherwise idyllic tropical beach in the Dominican Republic's extreme southwest.

International Business Times

UN urges US to stop forced returns to Haiti after latest deportation flight

Haitians may face ‘life threatening risks’ and further displacement if returned to Haiti, UN refugee agency says.

Al Jazeera

Rhythm Nation: how music gives Haiti hope amid the chaos

The country has been hit by decades of crises and catastrophe, but its culture continues to thrive across the diaspora. Here, Haitian musicians celebrate its ’sounds of freedom’

The Guardian - UK

Dominican Republic Elections Defined By Crackdown On Migrants

Dominican Republic elections focus on migration policies amid Haiti violence. President Abinader leads with tough stance. Concerns over crime and corruptio...

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The Dominican Republic: From Columbus To Cruise Ships

The Dominican Republic, a top tourist destination in the Caribbean, stands in stark contrast to its violence-plagued, unstable neighbor Haiti.

International Business Times

Dominican Republic To Vote In Poll Dominated By Haiti Crisis

Dominican President Luis Abinader is poised for a comfortable re-election on Sunday, analysts say, buoyed by support for his tough stance on migration from troubled neighboring Haiti.

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U.S. government criticized for conducting new deportation flight to Haiti despite ongoing violence

Thursday's was the second deportation flight since the situation in the country further deteriorated in late February

The Guardian - US

‘The gangs are in charge’: Haiti’s outgunned police fight a desperate rear defence

With violent insurrectionists in charge of 80% of the capital, Haiti’s police cling to their mission in the face of deadly odds

Latin Times

Haiti's gang leader anticipates prolonged conflict amid arrival of international forces, warns of 'bloodshed'

Jimmy "Barbecue" Chérizier said government and police are responsible for the gang's current levels of violence and spoke against the transitional council

WEKU

A hidden danger in Gaza; a Haitian gang leader speaks up

Even if Israel and Gaza agree to a cease-fire, unexploded ordnance could continue to kill and maim Palestinians in Gaza for years. A Haitian gang leader says he's ready for a long fight.

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Haiti's notorious gang leader, Barbecue, says his forces are ready for a long fight

Barbecue is the man who convinced many of Haiti's gangs to stop fighting each other and start fighting the government. He spoke to NPR about his latest plans.

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Growing Demand For Police Chief's Dismissal Amid Gang Attacks

Armed gangs seize control of police station in Gressier, Haiti, prompting calls for international intervention amid escalating violence.

Latin Times

U.S. military planes begin landing in Haiti as multinational effort to quell violence gathers pace

Several countries have pledged forces to help deal with criminal organizations that control much of the capital

France 24

Haiti crisis: International intervention 'not the solution', expert says

It's estimated that more than 53,000 people have fled extreme violence in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince, which equates to 80 percent of the city's population. Haiti has been without a president since the assassination of Jovenel Moïse in 2021. The country has been ravaged for decades by poverty and natural…

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Deadly Landslide In Northern Haiti After Heavy Rains

Heavy rains in northern Haiti and Puerto Rico caused fatalities, flooding, and flight diversions.

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Haitians Prepare For More Rain After Deadly Downpours

Haiti faces challenges after deadly downpours, with efforts underway for recovery and rebuilding. International support is crucial in this difficult time.

Latin Times

Haiti transitional council already in chaos following withdrawal of PM announcement

Fritz Bélizaire was not in the list of agreed candidates. His selection catalyzed infighting within the council and led a majority bloc to backtrack on the move

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