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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Workers at Customs and Immigration Departments may take industrial action due to long-standing grievances, including unpaid allowances and poor conditions. Union demands immediate resolution to boost morale and productivity.
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The World Food Programme (WFP) charters boat from Port-au-Prince to Gonaïves, delivering medical supplies and food to areas impacted by Haiti's crisis, as violence pushes people to seek refuge elsewhere.
Israeli parliament approves law to ban TV channels like Al Jazeera for national security reasons. Prime Minister Netanyahu to act swiftly. US expresses concern. Ban may last up to 45 days.
Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne dismisses allegations of impropriety regarding land deeds made during Budget debate as nonsensical and unnecessary. No plans for legal action. Quotes shared with DAILY NATION.
Canadian Armed Forces members deploy to Jamaica for Operation HELIOS to train CARICOM troops for peacekeeping support in Haiti amid escalating gang violence. Training focuses on peacekeeping skills and combat first aid.
