The Haitian National Police Reclaims Areas

On Friday, April 25, several bandits were fatally injured during a clash with the police. Four assault rifles and one .45-caliber pistol, two motorcycles, and three laptops were seized. These advances follow the deployment of several specialized units of the Haitian National Police, including SWAT, the Anti-Gang Tactical Unit (UTAG), and the Departmental Law Enforcement Unit (UDMO). It should be noted that, thanks to a series of operations conducted from February 26 to March 16, 2025, law enforcement successfully reclaimed several areas such as Flon, Laferonnay, Bogne, Seing, Lassale, Sous Rails, Colline, Bellevue, Echalotte, Santo, and Garde Gendarme.

DR : Haitian mothers are deserting hospitals

Since the beginning of expulsions linked to the hospital migration control protocol https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-44752-haiti-flash-migration-protocol-active-in-33-dominican-public-hospitals-list-first-expulsions.html , a very low presence of Haitian mothers has been observed, particularly at the San Lorenzo de Los Mina Maternal and Child Hospital and the Nuestra Señora de La Altagracia Maternity Hospital, the two maternity hospitals in the capital that generally have the highest demand for care from pregnant and laboring Haitian women. Doctors assure that women in irregular migration situations receive the necessary care, but fear deportation after their discharge. The protocol, implemented on April 21, requires patients to provide proof of identity, a work permit or letter, and proof of residence, as well as payment of fees for services. https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-44640-haiti-flash-presidents-abinader-hardens-his-position-against-illegal-haitians.html

Tribute from Bishop Dumas to Pope Francis

Bishop Pierre-André Dumas, Bishop of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne, paid tribute to Pope Francis, whom he considers a father to Haitians. He emphasized the Pope's empathy for the suffering of the Haitian people, particularly in the face of gang violence, and his call to the international community not to forget Haiti. Bishop Dumas urged the preservation of the Holy Father's legacy of peace, humanism, and hospitality.

More pregnant and breastfeeding women repatriated

According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), an increasing number of Haitian pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as young children, are being returned to Haiti, a country where access to healthcare and basic services is currently very limited. On Thursday, April 24, Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, revealed that 416 people were deported to Belladère (Central Department), on the Dominican border, on Tuesday alone. Among them were 11 pregnant women and 16 breastfeeding mothers. The IOM is providing meals, water, and hygiene kits to those affected. The UN organization is also offering first aid and maternal health care, as well as psychosocial support and temporary shelter to those in need.

World Bank $50 Million Grant

On Friday, April 25, 2025, in Washington, the Ministry of Economy and Finance and the World Bank signed a $50 million grant agreement for the "Resilient Agriculture for Food Security Project" (PARSA) in Haiti. The funds will finance agrifood investments and innovations, improving market access and generating sustainable jobs. See also :

https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-38819-haiti-agriculture-$50m-de-la-banque-mondiale-pour-ameliorer-les-systemes-de-production-alimentaire.html

https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-36204-haiti-world-bank-donation-of-us$132-million-for-haitian-agriculture.html

Opening of a Russian Embassy in the DR

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will make an official visit to the Dominican Republic on Tuesday, April 30, 2025, as part of the opening of the Russian Embassy in Santo Domingo. During his stay, Lavrov will be received by his Dominican counterpart, Chancellor Roberto Álvarez, with whom he will hold a working meeting. In addition, the Russian diplomat will pay a courtesy call on President Luis Abinader. The two countries have maintained diplomatic relations for 80 years.

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