Slain Haitian President's Widow Gives Chilling Account of His Killing

Martine Moïse, the widow of slain Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, testified in a Miami courtroom on March 11, 2026, about the events surrounding her husband's assassination. The trial, which began in January, has been closely watched due to its potential implications for Haiti's fragile political landscape.

According to Moïse, the men who killed her husband spoke Spanish, which the prosecution highlighted to support its claim that the assassination was carried out by a hired Colombian hit squad. The prosecution has argued that the assassination was a complex operation involving multiple actors, including Colombian mercenaries and Haitian officials.

Moïse's testimony provided a detailed account of the events leading up to her husband's death, including the night of the assassination. She described how the men who killed her husband were well-trained and well-equipped, and how they used sophisticated tactics to gain access to the president's residence.

The trial has been marked by controversy and delays, with some critics accusing the prosecution of mishandling evidence and others questioning the credibility of key witnesses. Despite these challenges, the prosecution has presented a robust case, with multiple witnesses testifying about the involvement of Colombian mercenaries and Haitian officials in the assassination.

The outcome of the trial is expected to have significant implications for Haiti's political landscape, with some analysts predicting that it could lead to a major shift in the country's power dynamics. The trial is ongoing, with a verdict expected in the coming weeks.

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