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Haitian police begin 2026 with multiple offensives against gangs

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Haitian police begin 2026 with multiple offensives against gangs

Despite intensified police operations at the start of the new year, during which weapons and ammunition have been seized and suspected gang members killed or apprehended. However, officials said no territory has yet been reclaimed, and key gang leaders remain at large. The post Haitian police begin 2026 with multiple offensives against gangs appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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US Embassy renews sanctions warning to Haitian power brokers, saying ‘impunity is over’

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US Embassy renews sanctions warning to Haitian power brokers, saying ‘impunity is over’

Henry Wooster, the top U.S. diplomat in Haiti, warned national actors that Washington will continue sanctions and prosecutions tied to gang collusion and power grabs. In his year-end message, he expressed hope that 2026 would mark a turning point toward bringing Haiti back on track. The post US Embassy renews sanctions warning to Haitian power brokers, saying ‘impunity is over’ appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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New report details how Haitian gangs seek political power through populism

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New report details how Haitian gangs seek political power through populism

Based on more than 300 interviews conducted between February 2022 and November 2025, a new International Crisis Group report says Haiti’s Viv Ansanm gangs use populist rhetoric—portraying themselves as a “savior” to a population they continue to terrorize—to seek political influence and amnesty for their atrocious crimes. The post New report details how Haitian gangs seek political power through populism appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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Former 400 Mawozo gang leader sentenced to life for kidnapping 16 US missionaries

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Former 400 Mawozo gang leader sentenced to life for kidnapping 16 US missionaries

Joly Germine, the imprisoned leader of 400 Mawozo, was sentenced to life in prison for orchestrating the hostage-taking of 16 American missionaries. The sentencing comes as U.S. officials ramp up efforts to target Haitian gang leaders, including Jimmy “Barbecue” Cherizier. The post Former 400 Mawozo gang leader sentenced to life for kidnapping 16 US missionaries appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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Police target 16 ‘dangerous’ high profile figures with gang ties, including ex-lawmakers accused of destabilizing regions of Haiti

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Police target 16 ‘dangerous’ high profile figures with gang ties, including ex-lawmakers accused of destabilizing regions of Haiti

Two ex-Haitian parliamentarians, Nenel Cassy and Alfredo Antoine, are among 16 individuals wanted by Haitian police for alleged role in recent gang attacks, including those in Kenscoff. They are accused of aiding gangs and obstructing law enforcement efforts. The post Police target 16 ‘dangerous’ high profile figures with gang ties, including ex-lawmakers accused of destabilizing regions of Haiti appeared first on The Haitian Times. Police target 16 ‘dangerous’ high profile figures with gang ties, including ex-lawmakers accused of destabilizing regions […]

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Police retake Téléco base after deadly gang attack in Kenscoff

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Police retake Téléco base after deadly gang attack in Kenscoff

A deadly week for Haiti’s security forces left six officers dead and at least five injured, including three killed during a gang assault on the army’s Téléco base in Kenscoff. Police also reported one officer killed in a gang ambush and two others who shot each other in a dispute at a Port-au-Prince club. The post Police retake Téléco base after deadly gang attack in Kenscoff appeared first on The Haitian Times. Police retake Téléco base after deadly gang attack […]

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U.S. delivers M in armored vehicles, rifles to Haiti

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U.S. delivers $6M in armored vehicles, rifles to Haiti

Fresh off a $40.3 million aid package, the U.S. just delivered more armored vehicles, heavy machinery, and rifles to Haitian police—part of an ongoing effort to push back against gang violence, especially in Kenscoff, a hilly commune southeast of Port-au-Prince. The post U.S. delivers $6M in armored vehicles, rifles to Haiti appeared first on The Haitian Times. U.S. delivers $6M in armored vehicles, rifles to Haiti was first posted on February 11, 2025 at 10:26 am.

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