May 2004
One Week After the Storm and Flood in Haiti, Southern Regions Remain at Risk
A week after devastating storms and floods in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, rescue efforts continue as southern Haiti remains at risk of further flooding…
Former Haitian Leader Arrives in South Africa Today - 2004-05-31
Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide arrives in South Africa for a temporary stay, welcomed by President Thabo Mbeki. Aristide recently left Jamaica after over two…
Floods, Landslides, and Earthquake at the Borders of Haiti and the Dominican Republic - 2004-05-30
Severe flooding and landslides in Haiti and the Dominican Republic have led to the deaths of 1,000 people, with international rescuers and soldiers providing aid.…
Floods in Haiti and the Dominican Republic Have Resulted in at Least 871 Deaths
Severe floods in Haiti and the Dominican Republic have resulted in at least 871 fatalities, with search teams working to find victims. The World Food…
USA: An Additional $100 Million Allocated for Aid to Haiti - 2004-05-25
The U.S. government has announced an additional $100 million in aid to Haiti for reconstruction after the political upheaval that removed President Aristide. This funding…
Former Haitian President Requests Asylum in South Africa
Jean-Bertrand Aristide, the former President of Haiti, has requested asylum in South Africa while currently residing in Jamaica. His request will be reviewed by the…
Colin Powell: The U.S. is Considering Additional Financial Aid to Haiti - 2004-05-06
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. is reviewing options for additional financial aid to Haiti following discussions with interim Prime Minister Gérard Latortue. This matter…
Deployment of Eight Thousand Soldiers and Police by the Security Council to Haiti - 2004-05-01
The UN Security Council has unanimously agreed to send over 8,000 soldiers and police to Haiti to restore order, replacing the current US-led multinational forces.…