Earthquakes in Venezuela

"On behalf of the Haitian government and people, I express our solidarity with Interim President Delcy Rodríguez, the Venezuelan government, and the Venezuelan people following the double earthquake [June 24, 2029, 7.2 at 6:04 PM and 7.5 at 6:05 PM] that struck the country. In this time of trial, the historical bonds of fraternity and solidarity between our two peoples remain stronger than ever." Prime Minister Fils Aimé. Latest provisional figures available (June 26) : at least 589 dead, 2,980 injured, and more than 50,000 missing..

Digicel : Fiber optic network significant damage

Digicel reports in a statement that, on the night of June 24, it suffered significant damage to its fiber optic infrastructure on National Road 2, affecting several services in the southern part of the country. “"Our technicians were immediately mobilized to address the situation, but access to the area remains difficult due to the security context. Our teams remain ready for the necessary repairs, and we are working closely with the authorities to gain access to the area without delay."

Grenadiers : Congratulations from the U.S. Embassy

Chargé d’Affaires Henry T. Wooster and the entire team at the U.S. Embassy in Haiti warmly congratulate the Grenadiers on their outstanding performance. Thank you to the Grenadiers for representing Haiti with honor and pride, and for reminding the Haitian nation and the world that perseverance and teamwork can turn dreams into reality.

Exams : Security Meeting

On Thursday, June 25, 2026, in preparation for the national exams, Vijonet Déméro, the Minister of National Education, met with law enforcement and judicial officials with jurisdiction in the Port-au-Prince metropolitan area and, more broadly, in the West Department. The meeting focused primarily on security for the national exams. In addition, arrangements have been made with the Mobile First Aid Unit/Motorized Emergency Medical Service (UMPS-SUMMOC) to provide assistance to students who may need it. https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-47850-flash-calendar-and-schedule-for-9th-grade-af-exams.html

CEP : Meetings multiply...

The Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) announces a series of working meetings, between June 11 and 23, 2026, of a bipartite commission composed of three CEP members and representatives of the Prime Minister's Office, regarding changes to be made to the electoral decree of June 2nd, 2026. https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-47676-haiti-flash-open-conflict-between-the-cep-and-the-executive-branch.html These changes concern certain provisions relating to the independence of the electoral institution and other elements likely to hinder the smooth running of the ongoing electoral process. Several representatives of political parties, invited by the Prime Minister's office, also participated in the discussions.

Chile : Migration Issues on the Agenda

On the sidelines of the 56th Ordinary Session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS), Raina Forbin, Haiti's Minister of Foreign Affairs, met on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, with Chile's Minister of Foreign Affairs, José Francisco Pérez Mackenna. Discussions focused on migration issues, strengthening consular services, modernizing documentation systems, and measures undertaken by Chile to improve the management of migration flows and the tracking of migrants.

HL/ HaitiLibre