France has repealed the Code Noir — the slave law that once governed Saint-Domingue. For Haitians, the vote reopens a ledger that was never truly closed.
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The controversy arises as Haiti struggles to organize its first national elections in nearly a decade amid escalating gang violence, institutional paralysis, and a prolonged political transition. Several political and civil society leaders, along with lawyers, argue that, if adopted, the decree will undermine the electoral body's independence by creating a government-appointed Director General…
Despite Haiti’s ongoing insecurity crisis, Flag and University Day celebrations highlighted national pride, unity and renewed calls for peace and stability in Port-au-Prince. In other cities, including Cap-Haïtien, Fort-Liberté, Gonaïves, Port-de-Paix and Léogâne, celebrations included street parades and public festivities.
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A federal court approved Dimitri Vorbe’s deportation to the Dominican Republic, not Haiti, ending his U.S. immigration detention case.
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The newly proposed electoral decree, still unpublished, has sparked debate as Haiti’s stalled electoral process faces funding shortages, insecurity and accusations of political interference. If adopted, the degree would require more than 280 political parties and platforms to submit lists of at least 30,000 registered members to field candidates in the upcoming elections.
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After meeting with the pope, Fils-Aimé also held talks with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican secretary of state, and Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican’s foreign minister.
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Four men were convicted in Miami federal court for conspiring in a plot connected to the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse.
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Four men were convicted in Miami federal court for conspiring in a plot connected to the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse.
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In many ways, the U.S. justice system, even while deploying resources in multiple countries, risks convicting the suspects without giving the public a clear motive or source of the commands.
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The revised proposal comes alongside ongoing efforts to align the electoral process with the National Pact and a newly drafted electoral decree, as the CEP prepares to publish a revised electoral calendar to restart the suspended process.
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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.
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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.
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Haiti’s prime minister and political allies have rejected a $250 million election budget, raising fresh doubts about whether long-delayed elections can proceed amid insecurity and political divisions.
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Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé met U.S. officials in Washington to discuss Haiti’s deepening security crisis, stalled elections and international support, including a planned multinational security force deployment.
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Chad will deploy 1,500 troops to Haiti under a United Nations mission as gangs tighten control over much of Port-au-Prince.
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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida resigned before the House could weigh punishment in an ethics case involving campaign finance and reporting violations.
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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.
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A House panel is weighing penalties against Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick after finding 25 ethics violations, as calls for her expulsion intensify.
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A newly-installed municipal council faces pressure to fix the Port-de-Paix sanitation crisis. After decades of mismanagement, the council faces pressure to restore basic services and rebuild trust through action and accountability that residents demand.
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Mourners laid to rest the murdered Vice Mayor of Coral Springs in a ceremony Friday that celebrated Nancy Metayer-Bowen’s dedication to justice, equality and resilience. Ahead of the funeral, a GoFundMe campaign to honor Nancy Metayer-Bowen had raised more than $42,000 as of April 17, with funds supporting her family and legacy.
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The delay in key election steps continues to cloud Haiti’s long-awaited elections, with no new dates announced for voter or candidate registration. Observers view this as a predictable setback, while Haiti's electoral council says its timetable has been significantly affected, leaving the full electoral calendar in limbo.
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Despite progress and preparations, electoral officials say funding and security are still crucial for holding Haiti’s long-delayed elections. Voter registration is scheduled from April 1 to June 29, and candidates can declare their intentions from April 13 to May 15.
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Martine Moïse recounts the night of Haiti’s assassination as prosecutors cite consistent testimony.
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A wave of appointments by Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé—including dismissed ministers reassigned to new roles—has drawn criticism from observers who say the transition government appears focused on power-sharing rather than restoring security and preparing Haiti for elections.
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As the MSS mission winds down and the GSF prepares to take over, many Haitians say they have yet to see meaningful improvements in security on the ground.
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Bélizaire — a fugitive wanted for escaping during a jailbreak was among the 110 parties who registered March 12. He had been convicted of funding terrorist gangs through arms trafficking and conspiracy to overturn the government.
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Je Klere Foundation, a Haitian human rights advocate and watchdog organization, said that opaque government contracts signed by Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé could transfer state powers to foreign firms and cost Haiti billions in the long run.
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Jury selection has begun in Miami for four men accused of helping plan the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse. The defendants are charged with conspiring in South Florida to kidnap or kill the Haitian leader.
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Haiti is not invited to the new U.S. regional summit in Doral, Florida, which aims to establish a security shield charter.
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Under the National Pact recognizing Fils-Aimé as the sole executive authority, the new ministers are tasked with restoring security, organizing long-delayed elections and responding to Haiti’s humanitarian and economic crises amid escalating gang violence.
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