PAP-Times

11/16/2025

On November 15, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) issued a formal notice to the Haitian government, reporting major deficiencies in the country’s port security system. According to the assessment, Haiti is not meeting key requirements of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code, including proper ship monitoring, controlled access to port areas, and effective prevention of weapons or explosive smuggling....

On November 15, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) issued a formal notice to the Haitian government, reporting major deficiencies in the country’s port security system. According to the assessmen…

09/16/2025

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to stabilizing Haiti by backing the creation of an international force aimed at combating armed gangs that continue to terrorize the country. Henry Wooster, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Haiti, emphasized the urgent need for coordinated international action. “Stabilizing Haiti is a top priority for the United States. The international community must stand with the Haitian government to confront gangs that threaten, extort, and destroy communities....

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to stabilizing Haiti by backing the creation of an international force aimed at combating armed gangs that continue to terrorize the country. Henry W…

09/16/2025

In Labodrie, a village in the commune of Cabaret, residents were struck by an attack of staggering brutality. According to local reports, the gang known as Viv Ansanm launched a deadly assault that left between 40 and 50 people dead, including women and children. The massacre was reportedly carried out as an act of revenge following the death of a gang leader known as “Vladimir.” In retaliation, his allies turned their weapons against defenseless villagers, burning homes and wiping out entire families in a wave of terror....

In Labodrie, a village in the commune of Cabaret, residents were struck by an attack of staggering brutality. According to local reports, the gang known as Viv Ansanm launched a deadly assault that…

09/15/2025

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the massacre in Labodrie, where armed gangs brutally killed scores of civilians. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Mr. Guterres called on the Haitian authorities to identify, arrest, and prosecute those responsible, denouncing the killings as “heinous and unacceptable.” The UN chief also stressed the urgent need for greater international support for the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) assisting the Haitian National Police....

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the massacre in Labodrie, where armed gangs brutally killed scores of civilians. In a statement released by his spokesperson…

08/05/2025

According to a report by CNN on Monday, the U.S. State Department is considering imposing a $15,000 bond on applicants for tourist and business visas (B1/B2) from certain countries. CNN says the official document could be released as early as Tuesday, with the measure set to take effect 15 days after publication. So far, no official list of the affected countries has been disclosed....

According to a report by CNN on Monday, the U.S. State Department is considering imposing a $15,000 bond on applicants for tourist and business visas (B1/B2) from certain countries. CNN says the of…

07/15/2025

The United Nations Security Council unanimously voted on Monday, July 14, to extend the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) until January 31, 2026, reaffirming its commitment to supporting peace, stability, and the rule of law in the crisis-ridden Caribbean nation. Established in 2019, BINUH was designed to assist the Haitian government in strengthening democratic institutions, promoting human rights, reforming the justice system, and preparing for credible elections. It replaced the previous UN peacekeeping and justice missions with a more focused, advisory structure.

The United Nations Security Council unanimously voted on Monday, July 14, to extend the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) until January 31, 2026, reaffirming its comm…

07/13/2025

A new United Nations report paints a grim picture of the deteriorating security situation in Haiti. Between October 2024 and June 2025, nearly 5,000 people have been killed, the majority in and around Port-au-Prince. The violence is largely attributed to heavily armed gangs fighting for control over key neighborhoods, leaving civilians caught in the crossfire. What alarms the UN most is the rapid expansion of this violence beyond the capital....

A new United Nations report paints a grim picture of the deteriorating security situation in Haiti. Between October 2024 and June 2025, nearly 5,000 people have been killed, the majority in and aro…

07/09/2025

The Republic of Haiti inches closer to total collapse with each passing day. Armed gangs now assert near-total control over the capital, while the Haitian state appears powerless—reduced to a mere bystander. The United Nations has described the situation as “alarming and unprecedented,” warning of a deepening humanitarian disaster affecting millions. Recent assessments indicate that criminal groups now control nearly 90% of Port-au-Prince…...

The Republic of Haiti inches closer to total collapse with each passing day. Armed gangs now assert near-total control over the capital, while the Haitian state appears powerless—reduced to a mere …

06/27/2025

The Biden administration has officially announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians living in the United States. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed on June 27, 2025, that the program will expire on September 2, 2025, affecting tens of thousands of Haitians who have relied on TPS for legal protection and work authorization. For many, the decision is devastating....

06/23/2025

On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Antoine Michon, the French Ambassador to Haiti, made an unexpected visit to Kenscoff, a commune struggling with escalating insecurity in recent months. The visit caught residents off guard as several areas in Kenscoff remain under the control of armed gangs, making the security situation fragile. Despite these challenges, the ambassador met with local officials and community leaders to discuss development projects focused on roads, education, and healthcare....

On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Antoine Michon, the French Ambassador to Haiti, made an unexpected visit to Kenscoff, a commune struggling with escalating insecurity in recent months. The visit caught re…

06/18/2025

More than three years after the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse inside his private residence in Pèlerin 5, the investigation appears to be entering a new phase. The Court of Appeal in Port-au-Prince has issued formal summonses to several high-profile former officials, including Martine Moïse, the late president’s widow; Claude Joseph, former Prime Minister; and Léon Charles, former Director General of the Haitian National Police....

More than three years after the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse inside his private residence in Pèlerin 5, the investigation appears to be entering a new phase. The Court of Appeal in Port…

06/12/2025

Haiti is now home to an alarming 1.29 million internally displaced people (IDPs), according to the latest figures from the International Organization for Migration (IOM). This staggering number highlights the scale of the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in the country. Driven from their homes by gang violence and urban warfare, thousands of families have taken refuge in makeshift shelters—often without access to clean water, healthcare, or education.In the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, rows of tents stretch endlessly, forming camps where fear and deprivation dominate daily life....

Haiti is now home to an alarming 1.29 million internally displaced people (IDPs), according to the latest figures from the International Organization for Migration (IOM). This staggering number hig…