2026-02-28
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Haitian National Police launched a major anti-gang offensive in Tabarre on February 27,
continuing a high-tempo operational pattern across Port-au-Prince's eastern zones with multiple
gang members killed and a weapons cache destroyed. A France24 analysis published today
consolidated expert assessments that cast serious doubt on electoral feasibility, directly
contradicting official optimism from PM Fils-Aime and Secretary Rubio. The Dominican Republic
deported 35,026 Haitians in January alone, exceeding domestic absorption capacity. France's
confirmed EUR 40 million Haiti engagement and EUR 3.5 million GSF contribution provide financial
clarity as the April deployment window approaches.