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US Coast Guard transfers nearly 1.4 tons of marijuana to Haiti police

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US Coast Guard transfers nearly 1.4 tons of marijuana to Haiti police

A large shipment of marijuana recently seized off Haiti coast highlights the country’s growing role in regional drug trafficking routes. Despite law enforcement’s stepped-up operations, that role is expanding as persistent gang control continues to further destabilize the country. The post US Coast Guard transfers nearly 1.4 tons of marijuana to Haiti police appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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Haiti court orders Episcopal Church leaders, ex-officials to stand trial in arms trafficking case

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Haiti court orders Episcopal Church leaders, ex-officials to stand trial in arms trafficking case

The case dates back to July 2022, when police intercepted a shipment of weapons and ammunition intended for the Episcopal Church of Haiti in Port-au-Prince. A search uncovered 18 assault rifles, a shotgun, pistols, nearly 20,000 rounds of ammunition, magazines and $50,000 in fake cash. The post Haiti court orders Episcopal Church leaders, ex-officials to stand trial in arms trafficking case appeared first on The Haitian Times.

today2026-04-29

Final group of Kenyan officers leaves Haiti as security mission ends in failure

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Final group of Kenyan officers leaves Haiti as security mission ends in failure

The Kenya-led mission exits Haiti after falling short of its goals, leaving a worsening security crisis behind. The UN says over 90% of Port-au-Prince is controlled by armed groups, and internal displacement continues to rise. Many rights groups also say the mission failed to help neutralize key gang leaders or restore lasting state control. The post Final group of Kenyan officers leaves Haiti as security mission ends in failure appeared first on The Haitian Times.

today2026-04-28

Haitians revive claims of plot to block Port-au-Prince airport operations after Belgian plane incident 

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Haitians revive claims of plot to block Port-au-Prince airport operations after Belgian plane incident 

A Belgian military aircraft struck by gunfire during landing in Port-au-Prince has revived debate over airport security and ongoing U.S. flight restrictions. Economist Etzer Emile emphasizes that the issue is less about closure than about security guarantees, noting that the Haitian government must rebuild confidence with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration authorities. The post Haitians revive claims of plot to block Port-au-Prince airport operations after Belgian plane incident  appeared first on The Haitian Times.

today2026-04-27

Gunfire hits Port-au-Prince Toussaint Louverture Airport, forcing flight suspension 

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Gunfire hits Port-au-Prince Toussaint Louverture Airport, forcing flight suspension 

Since last week, gangs have been fighting for control of territory in the Plaine du Cul-de-Sac, not far from Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Haiti’s capital, forcing residents out of their homes while others remain trapped inside. The post Gunfire hits Port-au-Prince Toussaint Louverture Airport, forcing flight suspension  appeared first on The Haitian Times.

today2026-04-21

At least 7 killed as gang violence spreads to southeastern Haiti

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At least 7 killed as gang violence spreads to southeastern Haiti

The assault, which has left the community in mourning, comes amid a broader wave of violence across the country, including fresh attacks in Artibonite and repeated incidents in other regions, with gangs targeting civilians, burning homes, and displacing populations. The post At least 7 killed as gang violence spreads to southeastern Haiti appeared first on The Haitian Times.

today2026-04-15