The authorities have yet to reach dozens of areas in Jamaica, raising the question of how many people really died in last week’s storm.
Author: FRANCES ROBLES
Caribbean Braces for Hurricane Melissa
A fast-developing storm was expected to bring “unprecedented” amounts of rain to several countries, meteorologists said.
As U.S. Warships Patrol Caribbean, Drug Smugglers Shift Tactics
With the United States surging its military presence in the region and bombing boats, countries in the Caribbean are seeing more flights carrying illegal drugs.
A Chilling New Tactic in Nicaragua: Arrest, Then Silence
Nicaragua’s authoritarian government has begun holding dissidents without revealing their whereabouts or acknowledging their detention. Two have turned up dead.
U.N. Security Council Approves Larger Force to Fight Gangs in Haiti
The vote on Tuesday would establish a force of up to 5,500 soldiers and police officers. It was unclear what countries were willing to contribute personnel or money.
Drone Strike in Haiti Kills 8 Children at a Birthday Party
A drone meant to strike a gang leader hit a celebration where children had gathered. Haiti is using drones to repel gangs that control much of the capital.
They Helped Oust a Dictator. Now the New Regime Is Coming for Them.
President Daniel Ortega of Nicaragua and his wife, who is co-president, have been arresting longtime loyalists, in an apparent quest to ensure no one outside the family rises to power.
Drone Explosion in Haiti Kills 2 SWAT Members and Injures 6 Others
A drone intended for attacking gang members detonated at a police base, raising questions about how the deadly operations are conducted.
Why Is the U.S. Offering a $5 Million Reward for a Haitian Gang Leader?
A major bounty has been offered for help apprehending Jimmy Cherizier, a gang leader known as “Barbecue.” Experts have doubts about whether it will make any difference.
UNICEF Employees Held Hostage For 3 Weeks in Haiti
Haitian gangs are increasingly abducting people and holding them for ransom to raise funds for other criminal activity, experts say.