JetBlue Halts Haiti Flights Until June
JetBlue Airways has announced it will extend its suspension of flights to Haiti’s Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince until at least June 11, 2025. The airline cited continued security concerns as the reason for the extension, leaving Haiti without direct U.S. commercial flights from South Florida and New York. This decision follows a broader […]
Police Operation in Delmas Fails to Capture Gang Leader Jimmy Chérizier
A failed police operation in Delmas allows gang leader Jimmy Chérizier to escape, raising fears of further violence in Port-au-Prince.
Antonio Guterres Proposes UN Support Office for Haiti Security Mission
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has ruled out a peacekeeping mission in Haiti for now, instead proposing a UN support office to aid the MSS amid rising gang violence.
Port-au-Prince Among the Most Violent Cities in the World
Port-au-Prince ranks among the world’s most violent cities, with a homicide rate of 139.31 per 100,000 residents, highlighting Haiti’s deepening security crisis.
Haiti’s Largest Public Hospital May Be Relocated After Gang Attacks
Haiti’s main public hospital, HUEH, was set on fire by gangs, prompting urgent calls for its relocation. The attack threatens critical medical services in Port-au-Prince.
PAPJAZZ 2025: Haiti’s Jazz Festival Returns with Determination
Despite ongoing challenges in Haiti, the organizers of PAPJAZZ 2025 remain committed to keeping the festival alive. Postponed due to security concerns, the festival is now set to take place from March 20-22, reaffirming its role as a beacon of cultural resilience.
Rubio’s Visit, Kenyan Troops, and Salvadoran Helicopters Strengthen Haiti Mission
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reinforced support for Haiti’s security efforts during his visit to the Dominican Republic, as a fourth Kenyan contingent arrived in Port-au-Prince and El Salvador provided helicopters. The developments signal increasing international involvement amid escalating gang violence.
Sexual Violence Against Children in Haiti Surges Tenfold, UNICEF Reports
UNICEF has sounded the alarm over a staggering tenfold increase in sexual violence against children in Haiti, attributing it to the growing control of armed groups in the capital. The agency also reports a sharp rise in child recruitment into gangs, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis.
Haitian Police Mobilize to Defend Kenscoff Amid Violent Gang Attacks
The Haitian National Police is fighting to prevent Kenscoff from falling to armed gangs after recent attacks displaced residents and escalated violence. Local communities and police forces are mobilized in an urgent battle to secure the area.
Gang Attack Destroys Haiti’s Bernard Mevs Hospital
Bernard Mevs Hospital, a leading healthcare institution in Haiti, was destroyed in an armed attack late Monday, leaving the country’s already fragile health system in crisis. The facility, known for its advanced medical services and role in training doctors, was set ablaze by gang members amid escalating violence in Port-au-Prince.