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Dominican Republic ministers inspect border security amid Haiti crisis
Dominican Republic Defense Minister Carlos Antonio Fernández Onofre and Presidency Minister José Ignacio Paliza conducted a supervisory tour of the country's border with Haiti. The inspection covered key crossing points, including Dajabón, Elías Piña, Jimaní, and Pedernales.
Authorities reported that commercial activities and authorized transit are proceeding normally under permanent surveillance. The tour included high-ranking commanders from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and the Specialized Terrestrial Border Security Corps (Cesfront).
Minister Fernández Onofre addressed the security situation, stating the border is “totally calm” and noting that criminal gangs remain located in central and suburban areas of Haiti, such as Mirebalais and Croix-des-Bouquets, rather than near the border. He also confirmed that the Dominican Republic provides logistical, intelligence, and medical support to international missions in Haiti, including the Gang Suppression Force involving Salvadoran troops.
Minister Paliza emphasized a policy of prudence, noting that as a neighboring country, the Dominican Republic must act within international law to avoid prolonging conflicts or damaging bilateral relations.
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CESFRONT · Carlos Antonio Fernández Onofre · Dominican Republic · Haiti · José Ignacio Paliza
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- [● 12 SOURCES] Defense Minister Carlos Antonio Fernández Onofre and Presidency Minister José Ignacio Paliza inspected the border at Dajabón, Elías Piña, Jimaní, and Pedernales. bajotecho.com.do · dajabonenlinea.net · dominicanaaldia.com · infoenn.com · colorvision.com.do · +7 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Two additional special forces battalions have been incorporated to strengthen surveillance. elveedordigital.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] In Fort-Liberté, Haiti, approximately 60 to 65 surveillance posts were organized by local authorities and merchants. diarionoticias.do
- [● 10 SOURCES] Commercial activities and authorized transit at the border are developing normally. bajotecho.com.do · dominicanaaldia.com · infoenn.com · colorvision.com.do · elpregonerord.com · +5 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Senator Dagoberto Rodríguez reported 24-hour military patrolling in the Independencia province. diarionoticias.do
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The government has incorporated more drones for aerial supervision of the border. elveedordigital.com
- [● 5 SOURCES] Criminal gangs are located in Mirebalais and Croix-des-Bouquets, not near the border. dominicanaaldia.com · infoenn.com · elveedordigital.com · noticias24horasrd.com · calle56.com
- [● 5 SOURCES] The Dominican Republic provides logistical support to the international mission in Haiti. dajabonenlinea.net · elveedordigital.com · elpregonerord.com · noticia.do · teleradioamerica.com