Caribbean

The NOAA is forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms for 2024; eight to 13 of those are expected to become hurricanes

The move follows the playbook of Nicaragua's authoritarian ruler Daniel Ortega, who has already implemented such a measure

About 300,000 people could benefit from an extension and redesignation of Temporary Protected Status for 18 months

A member of the country's transitional council said that as the force grows it will become more "dynamic"

Germine Joly, known as "Yonyon," was the leader of a 400-strong gang called Mawozo

The first contingent of armed security forces arrived on Tuesday

At least 11 people were killed and over a dozen homes were set on fire after a clash between gangs and locals in Lagon and Grand Plaine

ICE authorities said they are negotiating with both countries with that purpose

Some people had to find higher ground as some parts of the city saw over three inches of water

According to The Associated Press, the arrival is now expected by late June

Germine Joly, known as "Yonyon," has pleaded guilty of the charges earlier this year

The lawmakers argued that Rosabel Roca Sampedro worked as a prosecutor in Camagüey and requested prison sentences for protesters

Spanish outlet El País detailed how independent media is reporting more theft and violence amid the deepest economic crisis in decades

Frantz Elbé had been facing criticism for months. He will be replaced by a former police chief

A local outlet detailed the stories of some who ended up in such situations

The Coast Guard announced it returned almost 200 Haitians to their country after blocking their arrival to the U.S.

Garry Conille said his government will have 14 ministers, compared to 18 initially envisioned

A new report shows food insecurity is worsening in the ravaged Caribbean country

Garry Conille said he felt ready to continue leading the country

Garry Conille's office said he was feeling unwell "after a week of intensive activities," but clarified his condition is stable

Lázaro Valle Roca had been in prison since 2021. He is already in Miami

Thousands are flown to Managua or reach the country from the south before making their way further up north

The force is facing a new legal challenge in Kenya and a continued lack of financial support. Moreover, there is confusion about whether they'll fight gangs

Conille had already served in the position between 2011 and 2012. He had been working as UNICEF's regional director since January 2023

The arrival of the initial forces was expected last week but has been delayed due to a lack of critical equipment

The news was confirmed by state Rep. Ben Baker. "I'd never felt this kind of pain," he said

The force was set to arrive in the country this week, but a lack of armored vehicles and helicopters able to conduct medical evacuations postponed it

Western diplomats and officials warn that the evolving power and sophistication of these gangs are a major challenge for the incoming force

The UNHCR made the call after the country conducted a new deportation flight last week

Thursday's was the second deportation flight since the situation in the country further deteriorated in late February