The Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Interior and Police has officially denied reports suggesting that Haitian businessman Dimitri Édouard Vorbe would be deported to the neighboring country. In a statement released by the institution, authorities clarified that Vorbe will not be allowed to enter Dominican territory.

According to the Ministry of Interior and Police, Dimitri Vorbe has been subject to an entry ban since October 13, 2025. The measure was reportedly issued following a notification from the National Intelligence Directorate and enforced by the General Directorate of Migration.The clarification comes amid widespread reports circulating on social media and in several media outlets claiming that the Haitian businessman could be transferred or deported to the Dominican Republic.

Dominican authorities, however, stressed that no authorization has been granted for his admission into the country due to the immigration restriction already in effect against him.

The case has generated significant discussion in both political and business circles in Haiti, where Dimitri Vorbe remains a well-known figure in the private sector. Dominican officials have not publicly disclosed the specific reasons behind the entry prohibition.

This latest development comes at a time of heightened migration and security measures between Haiti and the Dominican Republic, as tensions surrounding border control and regional stability continue to intensify.

Haitian businessman Dimitri Vorbe is expected to be deported from the United States to the Dominican Republic after reaching an agreement approved by a U.S. federal judge. According to international and Haitian media reports, U.S. authorities accepted Vorbe’s request not to be returned to Haiti.

Reports indicate that Federal Judge Darrin Gayles approved the arrangement on May 12, 2026. Under the agreement, Vorbe must leave U.S. territory on a commercial flight to Santo Domingo within seven days. The deal also states that legal action filed against the U.S. government over his detention will be dropped once he arrives in the Dominican Republic.

The decision comes months after Vorbe’s high-profile arrest in the United States. On September 23, 2025, agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested him in Miami. At the time, U.S. authorities alleged that he had been involved in activities linked to violence and support for armed gangs contributing to Haiti’s instability.

Following his arrest, the U.S. State Department reportedly argued that Vorbe’s presence on American soil could have serious consequences for U.S. foreign policy interests. He was later transferred to the Krome detention center in Florida while awaiting deportation proceedings.

Vorbe’s arrest sent shockwaves through Haiti’s political and business sectors. A prominent figure in Haiti’s economic elite, he previously led SOGENER, a private energy company that supplied electricity to the Haitian government for years.

Although U.S. authorities publicly linked him to allegations involving criminal networks and gang-related violence, detailed evidence has not been fully disclosed. His case became part of a broader U.S. crackdown targeting influential Haitian figures accused of contributing to the country’s worsening security crisis.

Jerry Tardieu, leader of the political party En Avant, is advocating for the creation of major political alliances ahead of Haiti’s upcoming elections. Commenting on the electoral decree, the former lawmaker argued that the country should reduce the fragmentation of political parties in order to simplify the electoral process and strengthen political stability.

According to Tardieu, the current system encourages an excessive number of political parties and candidates, making it difficult for voters to make informed choices. He believes Haiti should move toward having only three or four major political platforms capable of presenting clear political visions and national programs.

“It is not normal for the population to choose among a hundred candidates on the same ballot,” he stated while reacting to Article 139 of the electoral decree, which outlines the requirements for political organizations to register candidates for elections.

Jerry Tardieu also urged the executive branch to tighten the conditions for political party registration. He proposed increasing the minimum membership requirement to 100,000 members for any political structure seeking to field candidates in future elections.

A new wave of gang violence turned Monday into a nightmare for residents of Haiti’s Cul-de-Sac Plain. Heavy clashes between armed groups forced several families to abandon their homes in fear for their lives. Reports of deaths and injuries continue to emerge, although the exact number of victims remains unknown due to the chaotic situation in the area.

While terrified civilians searched for safety, authorities remained silent as the humanitarian crisis worsened. Overnight, the road leading to the airport became a temporary shelter for displaced families who had nowhere else to go.

Men, women, and children were seen sleeping outdoors with only a few belongings beside them after losing everything in the violence. Residents describe the situation as one of the darkest moments the community has faced in recent months.

Violence continues to escalate in the Cul-de-Sac plain, where armed gangs have been spreading fear for weeks. An employee of Rhum Barbancourt was shot and killed last night amid ongoing clashes in the area.

The company’s CEO, Delphine Gardère, strongly condemned the situation, describing a humanitarian tragedy in which civilians, children, pregnant women, and entire families are being forced to flee to survive.

She criticized Haitian authorities for ignoring repeated warnings, letters, and emergency alerts sent by businesses affected by gunfire and insecurity in the zone.

According to Gardère, companies and residents have been abandoned despite the worsening crisis. “It is total terror in the Cul-de-Sac plain,” she declared with outrage.

Armed violence continues to devastate Haiti’s Artibonite department. In Robert, the 4th communal section of Saint-Marc, more than eight people were killed over the weekend during a new attack reportedly carried out by the Savien gang.

Residents denounce the complete absence of state intervention as armed groups continue expanding their control across Lower Artibonite.

While massacres intensify, de facto Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé is being criticized for prioritizing political appointments instead of security operations. In Marchand-Dessalines, a town still surrounded by gangs, the mayor eventually resigned amid the worsening crisis.

In response, the government merely appointed a new municipal commission without retaking control of the commune, which remains under the domination of heavily armed criminals.

Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé was received on Saturday morning by Pope Leo XIV during a meeting marked by mutual respect and diplomatic goodwill.

During the audience, the Haitian leader presented the Sovereign Pontiff with a jersey from Haiti’s national football team, a symbolic gesture representing national pride, unity, and the resilience of the Haitian people.

The meeting reflects Haiti’s desire to strengthen diplomatic and spiritual ties with the Holy See while promoting the aspirations of a nation seeking peace, stability, and progress. Haitian authorities view the encounter as an opportunity to highlight the country’s determination to overcome ongoing challenges and build a more hopeful future for its citizens.

A federal jury in Miami on Friday found four South Florida men guilty in connection with the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, who was killed at his private residence on July 7, 2021.

After weeks of testimony and extensive court proceedings, prosecutors argued that the defendants participated in a conspiracy initially aimed at removing Moïse from power before the operation escalated into an assassination.

The convicted men — Antonio “Tony” Intriago, Arcángel Pretel Ortiz, James Solages, and Walter Veintemilla — were accused of helping recruit former Colombian soldiers and financing the mission from South Florida.

Defense attorneys rejected the allegations, claiming Haitian security officials were directly involved in the president’s killing before the Colombian group entered the residence.

The media world is mourning the loss of Ted Turner, the visionary founder of CNN⁠, who died Wednesday at the age of 87.

Known for his bold personality and groundbreaking ideas, Turner transformed global journalism by launching the world’s first 24-hour news network, forever changing how audiences consume news.

Beyond television, Turner became a major philanthropist, supporting humanitarian and environmental causes around the world. His influence extended far beyond the media industry, making him one of the most recognizable figures in American broadcasting history.

Despite frequently criticizing CNN, Donald Trump paid tribute to Turner, describing him as “a great name in the history of television.”

The Haitian government has taken a significant social policy step. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, the Minister of Economy and Finance, Serge Gabriel Collin, announced that the minimum wage for subcontracting sector workers is now set at 1,000 gourdes per day.

The announcement, made during a press conference at the FAES, reflects a broader effort to strengthen purchasing power and address social inequalities. Authorities emphasized that the increase will be gradually extended to other sectors to maintain economic balance.

Alongside Sandra Paulemon, officials also highlighted complementary measures aimed at supporting workers and fostering economic recovery, job creation, and long-term stability.