Haiti's election postponed after PM dismisses electoral council

Why it matters: Haiti's elections have already been postponed twice due to the COVID-19 pandemic, CNN notes.

What he's saying: "The train has derailed for some time in Haiti," Henry told CNN. "We want to move as quickly as possible to the restoration of democracy through elections."

• Henry said the current election council "cannot organize elections" and that a new council will be formed to replace them.
• The new elections will take place in the first few months of 2022, following a review of the country's constitution, Henry told CNN.

Of note: Some lawmakers approved of the decision to dismiss the council over concerns of its legitimacy and partisanship, per Reuters.

The big picture: In recent months, Haiti has been wracked by the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse and a recent 7.2-magnitude earthquake.

• Earlier this month, Haiti's chief prosecutor asked a judge to charge Henry in connection with the July assassination.

Editor's note: This article has been updated with details of Henry's election pledge to AP.