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Trial Begins for Assassination Conspirators of Haiti's Moise

3/11/2026

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On July 7, 2021, Haiti’s last elected president Jovenel Moise was assassinated at his home.
A trial for four men accused of conspiring in his murder is set to begin in Miami nearly three years later.
Initially, 11 men were indicted, including Colombian soldiers linked to a South Florida security firm.
Five pleaded guilty and received life sentences.
Moise's assassination has led to widespread chaos and a humanitarian crisis in Haiti.

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Story summary

On July 7, 2021, Haiti’s last elected president Jovenel Moise was assassinated at his home.
A trial for four men accused of conspiring in his murder is set to begin in Miami nearly three years later.
Initially, 11 men were indicted, including Colombian soldiers linked to a South Florida security firm.
Five pleaded guilty and received life sentences.
Moise's assassination has led to widespread chaos and a humanitarian crisis in Haiti.