Shooting at Haiti’s Largest Hospital Kills Three, Injures Seven
A deadly shooting at the reopening of Haiti’s largest public hospital in Port-au-Prince left three people dead and seven injured, underscoring the nation’s ongoing struggles with gang violence.
Revised Budget Targets Security and Economic Stability in Haiti’s Growing Crisis
Haiti’s government has introduced a revised budget prioritizing urgent security measures and economic recovery as the nation faces escalating violence and instability.
ECLAC Report: Haiti and Cuba Face Third Year of Economic Decline
A new report from the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) projects that Haiti and Cuba will experience economic contraction for a third consecutive year, underscoring persistent challenges in growth and stability.
Haiti Implements State of Emergency to Tackle Growing Security Crisis
The Haitian government has declared a state of emergency from December 22, 2024, to January 21, 2025, to address escalating gang violence and its widespread effects. The decision is part of a broader strategy to enhance security and tackle humanitarian challenges.
Haitian Appeals Court Delays Hearing on Jovenel Moïse Assassination Case
The Haitian Court of Appeals postponed a hearing in the Jovenel Moïse assassination case after a judge withdrew. The complex trial involves over 50 defendants, including ex-Colombian soldiers and Haitian-Americans.
Gang Leader ‘Jeff Mafia’ Reportedly Killed in Police Operation
Local media have reported that Jeff Mafia, a high-ranking gang leader, was killed during a Haitian police operation in Fort-National. Retaliatory violence followed, displacing residents in gang-controlled neighborhoods.
ALBA Bloc Faces a Test of Unity as Haiti Seeks Urgent Aid
Haiti’s appeal for food and security assistance at ALBA’s 20th-anniversary summit puts the bloc’s ability to address regional crises to the test.
Guatemala Joins Global Effort to Support Haiti’s Security and Stability
Guatemala joins an international mission to support Haiti’s security, deploying Military Police to aid stability and democracy efforts under MMAS.
Japan and Haiti Discuss Security and Cooperation at Ministerial Meeting
Japan’s Foreign Minister met with Haiti’s Foreign Minister in Tokyo, reaffirming Japan’s $29 million support for Haiti’s security and governance efforts and discussing stronger bilateral ties.
Bahamian Patrol Boats to Join Haiti Security Mission by December 22
The Bahamas plans to deploy two patrol boats to Haiti by December 22 to intercept illegal arms and migrants, as part of a multinational effort to improve security in the region, according to Bahamian Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe.