Haitian Migrants Depart Dominican Republic Amid Canal Dispute

Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic are voluntarily leaving the country amid increased tensions and border closures over a water dispute and the construction of a canal on the shared Massacre River. Many migrants report facing pressure and harassment from Dominican security forces. The closure of the border not only affects migration but also trade and food supply, as some Haitians depend on travel to the Dominican Republic for food. The situation poses economic challenges for both countries and puts Dominican President Luis Abinader in a predicament as he faces reelection next year.