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    The Haitian electoral council announced on Thursday that it will hold the nation’s first presidential election since 2016 on December 13, 2026, with a potential runoff in late February 2027.[1]

    Security Concerns Prompted Rescheduling

    The council had previously postponed its original timetable after a surge in gang violence raised doubts about the feasibility of conducting a free and orderly vote.[1]

    Election Conditions Still Uncertain

    Officials stressed that the election cannot proceed unless security conditions improve and sufficient funding is secured, noting that widespread violence continues to undermine confidence in the electoral process.[1]

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