AGP Executive Report

Security Mission: Sri Lanka sent 218 more army and police personnel to Haiti, after 280 deployed earlier in the week, to reinforce the international force and help patrol routes and protect supplies. Election Politics: Former president Michel Martelly registered for the upcoming election, joining 15 other candidates. His bid is provisional and controversial: the U.S., Canada and EU have sanctioned him, and he denies UN experts’ allegations linking him to gang financing. Arms Deal: A private firm founded by Dolly Parton’s manager and nephew reportedly has a multimillion-dollar contract to supply Haiti’s police; at least $7 million in public funds is unaccounted for, and the deal faced licensing delays. Gang Violence: The UN Security Council renewed Haiti sanctions and arms restrictions as gangs continue to threaten security. Health Aid: A new $25 million UNICEF agreement will provide maternal and child health supplies to Haiti and at least 14 other countries. Haiti’s History: The anniversary of Jean-Jacques Dessalines’ 1806 assassination in Port-au-Prince renewed reflection on the revolutionary leader’s legacy and Haiti’s struggle to protect its sovereignty.

Security: Sri Lanka sent 498 additional soldiers and security personnel to Haiti’s gang-suppression mission, joining troops already deployed to patrol and protect supply routes. The UN Security Council also renewed Haiti sanctions and arms restrictions, voting 14-0, with Russia abstaining. Arms Deal: A security firm linked to Dolly Parton’s longtime manager and nephew secured a multimillion-dollar contract to supply police weapons and ammunition; at least $7 million in public funds is unaccounted for, and deliveries remain incomplete. Politics: Former President Michel Martelly registered as a presidential candidate, though the electoral council has yet to validate his bid. His possible return has drawn criticism amid past sanctions and UN allegations of links to armed groups, which he denies. Humanitarian Aid: A new $25 million UNICEF agreement will help maintain maternal and child health supplies in Haiti and at least 14 other countries. Separately, U.S. food aid for Haiti is part of a $147.6 million WFP package shared with the Democratic Republic of Congo and Ethiopia. History: Haitians marked the anniversary of Jean-Jacques Dessalines’ 1806 assassination in Port-au-Prince, reflecting on the country’s founding and its continuing struggle to make freedom meaningful.

Security Mission: Sri Lanka sent 498 more soldiers and special-task-force personnel to Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force, where troops patrol and protect supply routes. Gang Response: Private security contractors linked to Erik Prince have joined Haitian police operations as gangs hold parts of Port-au-Prince and civilians risk crossing the abandoned downtown. Election Politics: Former president Michel Martelly registered online as a presidential candidate, bringing the preliminary field to 16. His bid faces scrutiny over sanctions and UN experts’ allegations of gang financing, which he denies. UN Sanctions: The Security Council renewed Haiti’s sanctions and arms restrictions for another year amid continued gang violence; Russia abstained. Aid: A one-year, $25 million US-UNICEF deal will supply maternal and child health items to Haiti and other countries. WFP also received US funding for food support in Haiti, part of $147.6 million in awards across three countries.

Election Watch: Former President Michel Martelly has registered online as a presidential candidate, becoming the 16th to do so. His bid, under the Debloke coalition, still needs approval from electoral authorities and has drawn criticism over his record. Gang Violence: The UN Security Council renewed Haiti’s arms embargo, travel ban and asset freeze as gangs expand their reach; about 1.5 million people have been displaced. A UN report has also linked politicians to alleged gang ties and illicit trade, prompting demands for proof. Humanitarian Aid: The UN allocated $75 million to support 507,000 people in Haiti, while a new U.S.-UNICEF deal will maintain maternal and child health supplies for Haiti and other countries. Haitians in the U.S.: With TPS protections ended, Haitian students and young adults face fear and disrupted plans, from college attendance to work.

Humanitarian Aid: The U.S. has awarded the World Food Programme $147.6 million for food and nutrition assistance in Haiti, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Ethiopia. A separate $25 million UNICEF deal will help supply maternal and newborn health items to Haiti and at least 14 other countries. Security: The UN Security Council renewed Haiti’s arms embargo, travel ban and asset freeze, and extended its expert panel’s mandate by 13 months. Gangs control large parts of Port-au-Prince and are pushing into rural areas; about 1.5 million people have been displaced. A new report from the capital describes residents navigating barricaded streets and deadly risks as an international force operates at only a third of its planned size. Haitians in the U.S.: The end of TPS is leaving young people fearful and isolated. Some Haitian students who earned college scholarships are staying home, while others have lost job opportunities or are considering returning to Haiti.

Security: The UN Security Council renewed Haiti’s arms embargo, travel ban and asset freezes, extending its expert panel’s mandate by 13 months. The vote was 14-0, with Russia abstaining. Gangs still control large parts of Port-au-Prince and are expanding into rural areas; about 1.5 million people have been displaced. On the Ground: A new UN-mandated force of Chadian soldiers is patrolling gang-held parts of the capital, but it is operating at only a third of its intended strength as residents navigate dangerous streets to find food and work. Politics: Haiti’s long-delayed elections remain uncertain amid insecurity. Politicians named in a UN report on alleged gang ties and illicit trade reject the claims and demand evidence. Aid: The UN has allocated an additional US$75 million to support 507,000 people in Haiti.

Gang Violence: The UN Security Council renewed Haiti sanctions for another year, extending an arms embargo, travel ban and asset freezes as gangs expand their reach. China urged countries to stop illicit weapons flowing into Haiti, but sanctions depend on enforcement. Port-au-Prince Bay: Armed men tried to board a U.S.-flagged vessel at anchor; Coast Guard officers repelled them, and all 20 crew members escaped unharmed. Artibonite: Gros-Morne’s mayor urged residents to flee gang-controlled areas after retaliatory violence. He said at least 34 people were killed, including civilians, as the UN-backed Gang Suppression Force established a nearby base. Elections: Haiti is seeking security guarantees ahead of planned Dec. 13 elections, while new rules require some officials seeking office to resign by set deadlines. Humanitarian Aid: The UN allocated $75 million to support 507,000 people in Haiti, where about 1.5 million have been displaced.

Sanctions and Arms: The UN Security Council renewed Haiti’s sanctions for a year, including an arms embargo, travel ban and asset freezes. China urged countries to stop weapons reaching gangs and enforce the measures. Maritime Security: Armed men tried to board a U.S.-flagged vessel in Port-au-Prince Bay; Coast Guard officers repelled them. About 20 crew members escaped unharmed. Election Watch: Officials seeking office face resignation deadlines, with interim executive agents required to step down by Oct. 15. Haiti is still aiming for Dec. 13 elections, but officials say security must improve first. Gang Violence: In Artibonite, gang retaliation has disrupted National Road 5, driving up transport costs and prices. Gros-Morne’s mayor urged residents in gang-controlled areas to leave temporarily as violence escalates. Humanitarian Aid: The UN allocated another $75 million to help 507,000 people in Haiti.

Election Security: Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé has asked security agencies to create conditions for Haiti’s Dec. 13 elections, but gang control across Port-au-Prince and repeated delays leave the vote’s prospects uncertain. Gang Violence and Prices: Retaliatory attacks in Artibonite have disrupted National Road 5, raised transport costs and pushed up prices in the Northwest. Humanitarian Aid: The UN has allocated an additional US$75 million to support about 507,000 people with food, water, health care, shelter and protection services. Travel Rules: Since Oct. 12, Haitian ordinary-passport holders need a visa to transit through Jamaica, including passengers who remain in the airport. Football: Violette SC lost 3-1 to Jamaica’s Portmore United in the first leg of their Concacaf Caribbean Cup semi-final and must overturn a two-goal deficit in next week’s return match.

Humanitarian Aid: The UN has allocated an additional $75 million to help 507,000 people in Haiti, funding food, clean water, health care, shelter and protection across 28 communes. Security: Sierra Leone says it plans to send troops to support international efforts against gangs; a previously reported figure of 300 personnel has not been confirmed as final. In Kenscoff, where gangs have killed 164 people, Mayor Jean Massillon has died. Elections: Haiti’s first elections in a decade face another delay amid violence, while the government says it will remain neutral in the process. Politics: The Pitit Dessalin party is asking the UN to substantiate allegations linking its leader, Moïse Jean-Charles, to an illicit glass-eel trade network. Football: Haiti’s women’s team lost 7-1 to Australia, despite Melchie Dumornay’s early equalizer.

Election Crisis: Haiti has postponed its first general election in a decade indefinitely, as gang violence and low voter registration undermine plans for a December vote. Humanitarian Aid: The UN has allocated $75 million to assist 507,000 people with food, water, health care, shelter and protection across 28 communes. Political Dispute: Pitit Dessalin is demanding verifiable support for UN allegations that leader Moïse Jean-Charles is linked to an illicit glass eel network; the party has been approved to contest the elections. Gang Violence: Digicel customers faced a third internet outage in less than a month after gunfire reportedly damaged fiber-optic cables along National Route 1, where insecurity is preventing repairs. Weapons Smuggling: A UN panel says ammunition diverted from Dominican police stockpiles reached Haitian gangs, including 400 Mawozo. Haitians in the U.S.: Donald Trump renewed attacks on Haitian immigrants at an Ohio rally, repeating a false claim about Haitians in Springfield and praising policies he said were driving them out.

Telecommunications: Digicel is facing public anger after a third internet outage in less than a month. The company says gunfire may have damaged international cables along Route Nationale 1, where violence is preventing repair crews from working. Elections: Haiti has postponed its planned Dec. 13 vote until further notice, delaying the first general election in a decade. Low voter registration and insecurity have cast doubt on whether the poll could proceed. Gang Arms: A UN panel says more than 908,000 rounds were diverted from Dominican police stockpiles in 2024; ammunition linked to the country was later found among supplies seized from Haitian gangs, including 400 Mawozo. Haitians in the U.S.: With more than 300,000 people at risk of losing Temporary Protected Status, an opinion article urges the Senate to extend protections, citing Haiti’s violence and humanitarian crisis.

Arms Trafficking: A UN panel says ammunition from Dominican military and police stockpiles reached Haitian gangs, including 400 Mawozo and armed groups in Bel-Air. It identifies the Belladère crossing as a vulnerability. U.S. Visas: A U.S. proclamation suspends visa issuance to Haitians, with limited exceptions, adding uncertainty for families seeking to travel. Elections: Haiti’s Dec. 13 vote faces another delay as the electoral council prepares a revised calendar amid insecurity. A new decree lowers registration fees for most candidates, while the government has pledged neutrality. Food Security: The EU is funding a three-year Port-au-Prince-area program with €4 million to support vulnerable households and farming communities. Football: Haiti climbed to seventh in Concacaf’s latest men’s rankings, giving the Caribbean three teams in the regional top 10.

Elections: Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé has ordered officials to remain neutral as Haiti prepares for a vote repeatedly delayed by insecurity. The electoral council has eased rules barring candidates sanctioned by foreign governments, but people under UN sanctions remain ineligible. Security and Accountability: A UN panel accused former senator Moïse Jean-Charles of involvement in an illicit glass-eel network; his party rejects the allegation and has asked the UN for substantiation. The Gang Suppression Force is beginning operations as questions mount over Dominican ammunition found in the hands of 400 Mawozo gang members. Humanitarian Crisis: About 1.5 million people were internally displaced in August, while UN figures recorded 1,408 killed and 656 injured in violence during the second quarter of 2026. Food Security: The EU has committed €4 million to a three-year food and nutrition program for vulnerable households in the Palmes region, with additional support sought for farmers in violence-hit Kenscoff.

Election Preparations: Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé has ordered officials to stay neutral ahead of elections scheduled for Dec. 13, barring the use of state resources for campaigning. The vote has been repeatedly delayed, and the government says it must also provide a safe environment for voters. UN Allegations: Former senator Moïse Jean-Charles has rejected claims linking him to control of the glass-eel trade. His party is asking the UN panel to provide verifiable details or remove his name from its report. Security: Police leaders say they are stepping up efforts against kidnappings and increasing surveillance on major roads as election preparations continue. Food Security: The EU has committed €4 million to a three-year program for vulnerable households in the West, focused on the Palmes region; officials also called for support to Kenscoff farmers affected by violence. Fuel Supply: Propane stations in the Northeast are reopening as supplies trickle in, but insecurity and transport costs continue to complicate deliveries.

Security: Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force has begun operations as police commanders step up efforts to prevent kidnappings and monitor major roads. A UN panel says gangs, corrupt politicians and police fuel the violence; investigators also traced Dominican army and police ammunition to the 400 Mawozo gang. Elections: Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé pledged government neutrality, but electoral rules have been revised and reports say the Dec. 13 vote is postponed indefinitely amid insecurity. Accountability: Testimony in the Miami trial over Jovenel Moïse’s assassination raised fresh questions about the plot’s networks, including two people who had served as FBI informants. Community: Kenscoff Mayor Jean Massillon, who remained in the commune during insecurity, has died. Child protection: Police say a US missionary accused of operating an unauthorized orphanage in Cap-Haïtien was detained after investigators found explicit messages to children; 12 children underwent medical examinations.