Bandits attack from the sea

On the night of Sunday, November 26, 2023, armed bandits attacked "ça-Ira", a coastal town of Léogâne, from the sea. They took away two boats belonging to the NGO "Food for the Poor", a motorcycle and looted houses and shops according to testimonies from residents of the area.

Kenya needs 5,000 men

In his speech to the European Parliament on November 21, 2023, the President of Kenya, William Ruto, spoke of the need for around 5,000 men for the Multinational Security Support Mission (MMSS) in Haiti, to deal with gangs criminals who control part of the country (estimated at least 9,000 men). Ruto said "EU support will be key to strengthening the initiative, providing it with the necessary resources and legitimacy."

Mariani : A Minibus in the wrong place, at least 6 injured

Monday, November 27, 2023, a minibus crossing Mariani was caught in the crossfire of a clash between armed bandits and law enforcement… At least 6 passengers were injured and rushed to the Sainte Croix hospital in Léogane.

Passing of Hérard Jadotte

The Ministry of Culture and Communication salutes the memory of the writer, thinker, university professor and publisher Hérard Jadotte, who died on Sunday November 26, 2023. The Ministry presents its sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Jadotte, his colleagues, friends and students.

Attack at Carrefour Feuilles, 6 dead

At least 6 dead and several injured, some seriously in Carrefour when armed individuals attacked the neighborhood over the weekend, torturing, killing and burning the bodies of their victims while others were kidnapped. Displaced people should not attempt to return home due to the lack of police presence in the area.

Border : Non-negotiable biometric registration

Biometric registration in the border area for passage into Dominican territory of Haitian traders who participate in binational markets is "non-negotiable and is here to stay" reaffirmed President Abinader, recalling that this measure is part of the design of the new national security strategy.

HL/ HaitiLibre