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At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Citadelle Laferriere
The fortress was packed before the annual celebration at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, authorities say.
First troops from UN-backed Gang Suppression Force arrive in Haiti
The force has an initial mandate of 12 months to address widespread gang violence in Haiti ahead of its elections.
At least 70 killed, 30 wounded in Haiti gang attack, rights group says
Death toll by the Defenseurs Plus rights group significantly exceeds official estimates of 16.
From: NewsFeed
Amnesty warns of human rights risks at 2026 World Cup
Amnesty International says millions of fans attending the 2026 World Cup in the US face serious human rights risks.
Published On 30 Mar 2026
Over 1,200 killed in Haiti drone strikes, including 60 civilians: Report
Human Rights Watch says drone strikes by Haitian forces kill over 1,200 people in and near Port-au-Prince since 2025.
Haiti’s transitional council hands power to US-backed prime minister
Move comes after council tried to oust PM Fils-Aime and the US recently deployed warship to waters near Haiti’s capital.
Haiti officials announce plan to oust prime minister, deepening US standoff
Transitional Presidential Council says plans to remove Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime, flouting warnings from US.
‘Will act accordingly’: US threatens action against Haitian council
The Trump administration’s message comes as Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council faces pressure to hold elections.
Natural disasters hit global economy for $220bn in 2025: Swiss Re
LA wildfires caused $40bn in insured losses, making it the costliest ever disaster of its kind.
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Meet the US’s drug running friends: A history of narcotics involvement
Trump claims to be cracking down on drug gangs in Venezuela but pardoned a Honduran drug lord serving time in the US.
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