Kidnapping foiled, two kidnappers killed

On Saturday, February 21, 2026, in the Delmas 30 district, two armed individuals, suspected of belonging to an active kidnapping ring, were placed under surveillance by plainclothes officers from the intelligence units of the Haitian National Police (PNH). As the criminals were preparing to kidnap someone, law enforcement intervened quickly to thwart their plan. During an attempted escape, the kidnappers opened fire on the officers, who returned fire, fatally wounding both individuals.

25 FAd’H Soldiers to Martinique

The French Embassy in Haiti has announced the departure of 25 soldiers from the Armed Forces of Haiti (FAd’H) to Martinique as part of the SABRE Program https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-45388-icihaiti-fad-h-30-soldiers-sent-for-training-in-martinique.html between France and Haiti. These soldiers will participate in two weeks of intensive training with the Armed Forces in the Antilles (FAA). This is the fifth group of soldiers trained under this program.

See also :

https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-45388-icihaiti-fad-h-30-soldiers-sent-for-training-in-martinique.html

https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-43587-icihaiti-martinique-intensive-training-of-haitian-soldiers-within-the-33rd-rima.html

https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-43559-icihaiti-training-departure-of-the-first-group-of-fad-h-soldiers-for-martinique-video.html

https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-44350-haiti-army-strengthening-of-the-fad-h-thanks-to-international-cooperation.html

A Haitian Cultural Fair, a first in Canada

For the first time in over 70 years of diplomatic relations between Canada and Haiti, a Haitian Cultural Fair will be held in Montreal on May 8, 9, and 10, 2026, in the heart of the Quartier des Spectacles, on the Esplanade Tranquille, opposite Place des Arts. A rich program awaits visitors: visual arts, literature, music, crafts, gastronomy, fashion, and thematic conferences.

Warning from the Ministry of Defense

The Ministry of Defense and the Armed Forces of Haiti (FAd'H) advise that it is imperative to exercise the utmost caution and vigilance regarding the sharing of information related to the military institution. To date, all official communications concerning the Armed Forces of Haiti are exclusively disseminated by the Ministry of Defense through its certified channels:

• Official Facebook page : @Minisitére de la Défense - Haïti

• Official newspapers and national press releases.

Given the current high level of attention surrounding recruitment, it is formally stated that all calls for applications will be issued only through a message from the High Command. This message, which will specify the detailed procedures and instructions to follow, will be relayed exclusively on the platforms mentioned above.

South : 9 Hectares of Mangroves Protected

9 hectares of mangroves have been protected in La Cahouane, in the South Department. This protection was made possible thanks to the National Agency for Protected Areas (ANAP), with support from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) as part of the Macaya Grand Sud 3 project. These ecosystems play a vital role : protection against erosion and storms, carbon sequestration, and improved water quality. Their preservation also allows for the development of sustainable economic activities, such as sweet potato cultivation, strengthening food security, local incomes, and community cohesion.

U-20 : Cuban Coach Prepares to Select 21 Players

On February 19, 2026, as part of the CONCACAF Champions League qualifiers for the 2027 FIFA U-20 Men's World Cup, as well as for the 2028 Olympic Games and the 2026 Pan American Games, the new coach of the U-20 Men's National Team, Cuban Raúl González Triana, https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-46814-haiti-champions-league-qualifiers-a-cuban-coach-for-our-u-20-grenadiers.html , organized an internal match where the players were divided into two groups to play 11 vs. 11. This activity is part of the evaluation process, allowing the coach to observe the players' level Technical skill, tactics, and each player's commitment on the field. This exercise will facilitate his decision-making regarding the 21 players who will be selected to represent Haiti. Qualifying Match Schedule https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-46814-haiti-champions-league-qualifiers-a-cuban-coach-for-our-u-20-grenadiers.html

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