In a significant move to bolster national security, Haiti’s Defense Minister Jean Michel Moïse announced the acquisition of new heavy armored vehicles, including armored combat vehicles, to enhance the operational capabilities of the Haitian Armed Forces (FAd’H). Additionally, the Air Force is set to receive new aircraft, marking a strategic diversification of military assets. This development underscores Haiti’s commitment to addressing internal security challenges. Meanwhile, in Mirebalais, the Haitian National Police (PNH) dealt a severe blow to the ‘Viv Ansanm’ terrorist coalition during a clash on October 12, 2025. The specialized units of the PNH successfully repelled an attack on police checkpoints, inflicting heavy casualties and forcing the group to retreat. In another critical development, the Port-au-Prince Court of Appeal appointed Magistrate Denis Cyprien as the new investigating judge in the high-profile case of President Jovenel Moïse’s assassination. The court also ordered the continued detention of 51 individuals and sought international legal assistance from the United States and Canada. On the electoral front, the Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC) conducted a training session for members of the Departmental and Municipal Electoral Bureaus to ensure probity in the upcoming elections. In sports, Prime Minister Fils-Aimé and Transition Advisor Leslie Voltaire expressed their support for the Haitian national football team, the Grenadiers, following their defeat in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Both leaders emphasized resilience and unity, reflecting the nation’s enduring spirit. Lastly, the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) saw a leadership change, with Jacques Desrosiers appointed as President, signaling a new chapter in Haiti’s electoral governance.