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world19 days ago•4 min saved

Haiti dissolves unelected ruling council as elections loom and gangs tighten grip

Haiti's nine-member presidential council, in power for nearly two years, steps down as PM Alix Didier Fils-Aimé remains in place ahead of expected general elections that are unlikely to be held this year due to rampant gang violence. The U.S. has imposed visa bans on several council members and a cabinet minister, and a naval presence near Port-au-Prince signals international pressure while talks continue on the future governance and a multinational security mission.

via AP News|

#elections #gangs #haiti

politics24 days ago•2 min saved

Court blocks end of Haitian TPS protections as lawsuit unfolds

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plan to end Temporary Protected Status for more than 350,000 Haitian migrants, keeping TPS in place while a lawsuit proceeds. Judge Ana Reyes said DHS lacked the facts or legal basis to terminate the program, delaying any deportations and preserving Haitian beneficiaries' status as the case moves through the courts.

via BBC|

#ana-reyes #court-ruling #haiti

us-news24 days ago•4 min saved

Judge halts Haiti TPS termination, preserves protections

A federal judge in Washington blocked the Trump administration from ending Haiti's Temporary Protected Status, keeping deportation protections and work authorizations in place for Haitians for now; the ruling challenges DHS's move and could be appealed up to the Supreme Court, with more than 150,000 Haitians in South Florida among those affected.

via Miami Herald|

#haiti #immigration #law

world2 months ago•6 min saved

Haitian Gangs' Extortion and Political Ambitions Highlight Need for Dismantling

A new report emphasizes that short-term solutions like killing gang members in Haiti are insufficient; instead, a comprehensive approach involving disarmament, dismantling political and financial backers, and addressing political influence is essential to effectively resolve the ongoing gang crisis and prevent violence from resurging.

via Miami Herald|

#gang-violence #haiti #international-intervention

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Security Council Urges Sanctions and Action to Tackle Haiti's Crisis

The EU Council has imposed restrictive measures on three individuals, including former Haitian President Michel Martelly and his advisor, as well as a former senator and a gang entity, due to their involvement in escalating gang violence and human rights abuses in Haiti, aiming to restore stability and accountability.

via consilium.europa.eu|

#eu-sanctions #gang-violence #haiti

world3 months ago•3 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Devastates Caribbean, Jamaica's Preparedness Put to the Test

Hurricane Melissa, a powerful category five storm, has caused at least 19 deaths in Jamaica and 30 in Haiti, with widespread destruction and aid delivery challenges. While Cuba reports no fatalities, many communities are cut off due to flooding. International aid and rescue efforts are underway, with countries pledging support and deploying resources to assist the affected nations.

via BBC|

#cuba #disaster-response #haiti

world4 months ago•5 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Causes Devastation Across the Caribbean, Leaving Dozens Dead

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused at least 25 deaths and widespread destruction across Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba, with severe damage to infrastructure, homes, and utilities, prompting international aid and rescue efforts.

via AP News|

#cuba #disaster #haiti

weather4 months ago•2 min saved

Hurricane Melissa intensifies to Category 4, threatening Jamaica and Haiti with catastrophic flooding

Hurricane Melissa has strengthened into a Category 4 storm, threatening catastrophic flooding in Jamaica and Haiti, with preparations underway including shelters and stockpiled supplies, as authorities warn of potential widespread flooding and storm surges.

via Politico|

#category-4 #flooding #haiti

weather4 months ago•4 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Threatens Catastrophic Flooding in Jamaica and Haiti

Hurricane Melissa has intensified to a Category 4 storm, threatening Jamaica, Haiti, and surrounding areas with catastrophic flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage, prompting emergency responses and evacuations.

via CBS News|

#catastrophic-flooding #haiti #hurricane-melissa

weather4 months ago•2 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Strengthens to Category 3, Threatening Caribbean with Flooding and Storm Surge

Hurricane Melissa is rapidly intensifying into a major hurricane, threatening Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic with life-threatening flooding, landslides, and heavy rainfall, with warnings issued and preparations underway in the region.

via NPR|

#caribbean #flooding #haiti

weather4 months ago•2 min saved

Category 4 Hurricane Melissa Threatens Jamaica with Catastrophic Flooding

Hurricane Melissa has intensified to a Category 4 storm threatening Jamaica and Haiti with catastrophic flooding, landslides, and heavy rainfall, prompting warnings and emergency preparations in the region.

via NPR|

#category-4 #flooding #haiti

weather4 months ago•4 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Threatens Jamaica and Haiti with Potential Catastrophic Impact

Hurricane Melissa is rapidly intensifying to a potential Category 5 storm, threatening Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and the Bahamas with catastrophic flooding, landslides, and destructive winds, with up to 40 inches of rain and storm surges of 9 to 13 feet expected.

via The Weather Channel|

#category-5 #haiti #hurricane-melissa

weather4 months ago•4 min saved

Tropical Storm Melissa Rapidly Intensifies, Threatening Jamaica and Haiti with Hurricane and Flooding

Tropical Storm Melissa is nearly stationary in the Caribbean, threatening Jamaica and Haiti with heavy rains, flooding, and landslides, and is forecast to strengthen into a major hurricane, posing a significant humanitarian risk.

via AP News|

#caribbean #flooding #haiti

weather4 months ago•4 min saved

Tropical Storm Melissa Threatens Caribbean as It Gains Strength

Tropical Storm Melissa is threatening Jamaica and Hispaniola with heavy rains, flooding, and landslides, with potential to strengthen into a major hurricane, prompting evacuations, emergency preparations, and warnings across the region.

via AP News|

#caribbean #flooding #haiti

weather4 months ago•5 min saved

Tropical Storm Melissa's Slowdown Raises Concerns for Caribbean

Tropical Storm Melissa is moving through the Caribbean, threatening Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic with heavy rain, flooding, and landslides, and is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane, prompting widespread preparations and warnings.

via PBS|

#caribbean #flooding #haiti