On Monday, December 15, 2025, the European Council adopted additional restrictive measures against three Haitians and a criminal entity in light of the escalating violence, the serious and persistent human rights violations committed by this gang in the country, and the impunity enjoyed by its perpetrators :

Michel Martelly, alias "Tet Kalé" former President of Haiti :

According to what is published in the Official Journal of the European Union :

"Michel Martelly, the former President of the Republic of Haiti (2011-2016), participated directly in the creation of the gang Base 257. He financed, sponsored and supported several gangs, in particular Base 257, but also Village de Dieu, Ti Bois and Grand Ravine, to defend his economic interests, advance his political agenda and control territories, notably by providing them with firearms and guns. By financing those groups, he is also responsible for the abuses they have committed and has therefore contributed financially to insecurity and instability in Haiti.

Therefore, Michel Martelly is responsible for actions that threaten the peace, stability and security of Haiti."

Former Senator Youri Latortue :

According to what is published in the Official Journal of the European Union :

"Youri Latortue is the founder of the political party “L’Ayiti an Aksyon” (AAA), a former senator of the Artibonite department, and a former advisor to the President Michel Martelly during his presidency (2011-2016). He also served as president of the Senate from 13 January 2017 to 9 January 2018.

Youri Latortue has armed and financed the “Raboteau” and “Kokorat San Ras” gangs, to promote his political agenda and defend his personal and economic interests, notably in the Artibonite department. Those gangs are still active today, engaging in kidnapping and racketeering, among other activities.

Therefore, Youri Latortue is indirectly responsible for actions that threaten the peace, stability and security of Haiti."

Rony Celestin, alias "Rony Apollon" :

According to the Official Journal of the European Union:

"Rony Celestin, a former senator of Haiti, is involved in violence linked to armed groups and smuggling. He has notably been held responsible for orchestrating the murder of the journalist Néhémie Joseph, who exposed his illegal activities and corruption.

Therefore, Rony Celestin is indirectly responsible for actions that threaten the peace, stability and security of Haiti"

5 Segond Gang :

According to what is published in the Official Journal of the European Union :

The "5 Segond" gang is a powerful gang in Haiti, based in the Village de Dieu neighbourhood in Port-au-Prince. Its leader is Johnson André, a.k.a "Izo". The 5 Segond gang was officially part of the G-Pèp gang alliance. In 2024, "G-Pèp" and its former rivals, G9 Family and Allies, formed a new coalition, "Viv Ansanm", a.k.a. Living Together. Together, they increased attacks against state institutions and contributed to instability. The "5 Segond" gang also commits theft, rape, kidnapping, murder, piracy, and extortion, obstructs humanitarian aid and engages in arms and drugs trafficking.

Therefore, the 5 Segond gang is responsible for actions that threaten the peace, stability and security of Haiti."

The designated individuals are subject to an asset freeze, and natural and legal persons in the European Union (EU) are prohibited from providing them, directly or indirectly, with funds, financial assets, or economic resources. Furthermore, they are subject to a travel ban within the EU.

S/ HaitiLibre