Haiti, facing a prolonged crisis, is preparing for the biggest shake-up of government seen in decades with a constitutional referendum and national elections slated for this year.
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Haiti Braces for Unrest as President Moïse Refuses to Step Down
Haiti is “on the verge of explosion,” with many accusing the government of supporting gangs to stay in power as a constitutional crisis looms.
Soldier in Haiti Dies After Exchange of Gunfire With Protesting Police
The Ministry of Defense in Haiti said Monday that a soldier had died from wounds suffered during an exchange of gunfire on Sunday with police officers protesting outside army headquarters.
Haiti Protest by Police Erupts in Gunfire
Preparations for Carnival celebrations were interrupted by shots in the capital as officers demanded better pay and denounced the government’s spending priorities.
‘There Is No Hope’: Crisis Pushes Haiti to Brink of Collapse
Haitians say the violence and economic stagnation stemming from a clash between the president and the opposition are worse than anything they have ever experienced.
Haiti Gripped by Violent Protests Amid Calls for President’s Ouster
Streets, schools and banks were closed throughout the country, bringing the economy to a standstill. “President Jovenel Moise is not doing anything for us, just killing us,” said a protester.
Angry Protesters in Haiti Call for Resignation of President
Opponents of President Jovenel Moise say his allies embezzled billions from an aid program.
U.S. and Canada Warn Against Travel to Haiti as Violent Protests Continue
President Jovenal Moïse of Haiti has refused to bow to widespread demonstrations calling for his resignation.
Haitians Furious at Their Government Protest in a Week of Unrest
With thousands marching in the capital, demonstrations have turned into a referendum on the administration of President Jovenel Moïse.