The Marriott Hotel ceases operations

Many institutions are being forced to close their doors due to the worsening security situation. This is particularly the case for the Marriott Hotel, which will suspend operations as of April 30. Digicel, the building's owner, understands the decision and hopes for an improvement in the situation.

Radio Panic FM under the Control of bandits

Armed bandits from the Canaan gang have taken control of Radio Panic FM in Mirebalais. They have renamed it "Radio Taliban FM" and are broadcasting their own programming, including messages from Canaan leader Jeff Larose, alias "Gwo Lwa."

Major Diaspora Conference and Debate

As part of the activities marking the closing of the 14th National Diaspora Day, themed "Diaspora and Governance: Effective and Inclusive Participation," the Ministry of Haitians Living Abroad (MHAVE) announces the closing of activities followed by a major conference and debate on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Karibe Convention Center, Pétion-Ville (activities from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

Situation in Haiti : Heading for an International Conflict ?

Roberto Alvarez, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic, warned the international community of the risk that the situation in Haiti could escalate and threaten his country's internal security. He fears that the situation in Haiti could turn into an international conflict.

Damning Evidence

Investigators from the Central Directorate of the Judicial Police (DCPJ) have submitted their report on the case of Magalie Habitant, Prophane Victor, and Elionor Devallon. According to investigators, the two defendants repeatedly ordered weapons and ammunition for gangs. During a search of Elionor Devallon's home, several checks in her name were discovered. In addition, Magalie Habitant had ordered Devallon to pay 350,000 gourdes to gang leader Jimmy Chérisier, alias "Barbecue."

Thousands of faithful pay their last respects to the Pope

Thousands of Catholic faithful march to St. Peter's Basilica to pay their last respects to Pope Francis, who died on Monday, April 21 https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-44739-haiti-flash-pope-francis-has-died-video.html . His body is in state as tradition dictates for three days before his funeral.

Assault weapon seized, several bandits injured

On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the Haitian Police Intervention Group (GIPNH-SWAT) conducted an operation in Pacot, a commune of Port-au-Prince. During this operation, an AR-15 rifle was seized and several bandits were injured during armed clashes with law enforcement.

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