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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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Kenscoff attack displaces 3,000, including 721 children, as victims remain in limbo | PHOTOS

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Kenscoff attack displaces 3,000, including 721 children, as victims remain in limbo | PHOTOS

Ten days after a gang attack left 50 dead and 3,000 homeless in Kenscoff, survivors still lack aid and security. The post Kenscoff attack displaces 3,000, including 721 children, as victims remain in limbo | PHOTOS appeared first on The Haitian Times. Kenscoff attack displaces 3,000, including 721 children, as victims remain in limbo | PHOTOS was first posted on February 10, 2025 at 4:18 pm.

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Haiti’s government knew about deadly Kenscoff gang attack but did nothing to stop it

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Haiti’s government knew about deadly Kenscoff gang attack but did nothing to stop it

Local media reported approximately 40 casualties during the attack in Kenscoff on Jan. 27, with homes set ablaze and hundreds fleeing to safety. The Belot and Godet localities experienced the highest levels of gang violence. The post Haiti’s government knew about deadly Kenscoff gang attack but did nothing to stop it appeared first on The Haitian Times. Haiti’s government knew about deadly Kenscoff gang attack but did nothing to stop it was first posted on January 31, 2025 at 9:38 […]

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A city of camps: Haiti’s 185,000 displaced struggle for survival while facing gang violence

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A city of camps: Haiti’s 185,000 displaced struggle for survival while facing gang violence

The impact of insecurity extends to every aspect of life, from the inability to transport essential goods stuck in Port-au-Prince to the regions, to farmers in rural areas unable to transport their crops to markets in the capital. Roads that were once bustling with commerce have now fallen silent due to gang control, cutting off Haiti's agricultural and industrial lifelines. The once-regular rhythms of production, trade, transport, work, education, and nightlife are now disrupted by fear. The post A city […]

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