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At least 18 dead after roof collapse at Dominican Republic nightclub

Rescue crews are continuing to search for survivors in the rubble at Jet Set in Santo Domingo

The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025

At least 18 dead, more than 120 injured in roof collapse at Dominican Republic nightclub

At least 18 people have died and more than 120 were injured after a roof collapsed at a nightclub in the capital of the Dominican Republic early Tuesday, authorities said

The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025

Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse kills at least 98

It is not yet known what caused the incident at the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo during the early hours of Tuesday.

Euronews · Apr 8, 2025

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Dominican Republic to crack down harder on migrants as Haitians flee violence

Dominican President Luis Abinader has announced more than a dozen measures to crack down on migrants who have entered the Dominican Republic illegally as people in neighboring Haiti flee a surge in gang violence

The Independent UK · Apr 7, 2025

Dominican Pride: Zoe Saldaña Makes History With Oscar Win

Dominicans celebrate Zoe Saldaña's historic Oscar win, marking a significant moment for Dominican culture and representation in the global entertainment in...

Zoe Saldaña’s Oscar reminds Dominicans of the first time they won Miss Universe

Dominicans are celebrating Zoe Saldaña’s Oscar win for best supporting actress for her role in “Emilia Pérez,” marking a moment of immense national pride

The Independent UK · Mar 3, 2025

Dominican officials cram thousands of inmates facing no charges into overcrowded prisons

They’re known as “frog men,” inmates who are forced to sleep on prison floors across the Dominican Republic, often next to overflowing toilets or holes in the ground that serve as one

The Independent UK · Feb 19, 2025

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Surge In Haitian Deportations From Dominican Republic

Deportations from the Dominican Republic to Haiti raise human rights concerns and challenges for deportees, highlighting the need for a comprehensive and h...

Haitian migrants share harrowing stories of abuse as Dominican Republic ramps up deportations

Dominican officials have been deporting at least 10,000 Haitian immigrants a week under a harsh new policy widely criticized by civil organizations

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

Over 100 Haitians Stranded at Sea by Smugglers Amid Rising Deportations from Dominican Republic

Dominican president, Luis Abinader announced on Wednesday the country will deport up to 10,000 Haitians a week, citing an 'excess' of immigrants

Latin Times · Oct 6, 2024

Dominican Republic will deport up to 10,000 Haitians a week, citing an 'excess' of immigrants

The Dominican Republic says it will start massive deportations of Haitians living illegally in the country and expel up to 10,000 of them a week

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2024

Dominican Republic President Warns Of Drastic Measures In Haiti

President Abinader warns of escalating gang violence in Haiti at the U.N. General Assembly, emphasizing the need for urgent action to address the crisis an...

Dominican president warns of 'drastic measures' if anti-gang mission in Haiti fails

The president of the Dominican Republic has warned that his administration would take “drastic measures” to protect the country if a U.N.-backed mission in neighboring Haiti targeting gang violence fails

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2024

Dominican Republic Open To Haiti Ties, Leader Tells US

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader, who has championed a tough line on Haiti, told the United States on Friday that he was open to normalizing relations with its impoverished Caribbean neighbor as security improves.

International Business Times · Sep 6, 2024

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The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2024

Blinken visits Dominican Republic as talks with president focus on economy and Haiti's crisis

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader have met behind closed doors to discuss human rights, economic prosperity and regional security

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2024

Blinken arrives in Haiti to show US support for fighting gang violence

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Haiti to reaffirm the government’s commitment to a multinational mission deployed to fight gangs in the Caribbean country and push for the organization of long-awaited general elections

International Business Times · Jun 10, 2024

Dying For A Pension: Haitian Workers Forsaken In Dominican Republic

Ilek Santiago, born in Haiti, worked for decades in the cane fields of neighboring Dominican Republic, but he never qualified for nationality, a pension or medical care.

Latin Times · May 21, 2024

Dominican Republic's President Abinader Wins Resounding Re-election

Abinader's rivals quickly conceded defeat after Sunday's vote, with a little over half of ballots counted handing him 51.74 percent of the total.

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Dominican President Abinader Plans Tax Reform

President Abinader of the Dominican Republic prioritizes tax reform for economic growth and social welfare, aiming to create a more prosperous and equitabl...

The Independent UK · May 20, 2024

What's next for a crackdown on Haitian migrants as the Dominican Republic leader enters a new term?

After Dominican President Luis Abinader coasted into a second term over the weekend, he promised that “the best is yet to come.”

International Business Times · May 20, 2024

Dominican Republic's President Abinader Wins Resounding Re-election

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader clinched a second term in office with a commanding election win, endorsing his handling of the economy and tough policies toward migration from Haiti, results showed Monday.

Latin Times · May 19, 2024

President Abinader set for a win in Dominican elections amid economic challenges and Haiti crisis

The current president began building a 164-kilometer concrete wall along the border with Haiti to keep out undocumented migrants

Dominican Republic Elections: Focus On Border Security And Migration

Get insights into the upcoming general elections in the Dominican Republic and the government's stance on Haitian migrant issues.

International Business Times · May 19, 2024

Dominican Republic's Vote Is Dominated By Haiti Crisis

Dominican President Luis Abinader is poised for comfortable reelection Sunday on the back of widespread support for his tough stance on migration from troubled neighbor Haiti.

Latin Times · May 18, 2024

Dominican president leverages anti-Haitian wall as strategic trump card for reelection

Construction on the wall started in 2022, and Abinader has boasted it will "forever change the Dominican Republic"

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