New Caledonia

French police forces take part in an operation to remove a makeshift roadblock set up by pro-independence supporters in the Vallee du Tir district in Noumea on the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia on June 24, 2024. - Clashes started after even independence activists linked to a group accused of orchestrating deadly riots last month in New Caledonia have been sent to mainland France for pre-trial detention. Riots, street barricades and looting broke out in New Caledonia in May over an electoral reform that would have allowed long-term residents to participate in local polls. (Photo by Delphine MAYEUR / AFP)

Buildings torched in fresh unrest in New Caledonia

Several buildings, including a police station and a town hall, were set on fire in New Caledonia overnight, authorities said Monday, as the French Pacific territory was hit by a fresh surge
1 week ago
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France bans TikTok over unrest

France deployed troops to New Caledonia’s ports and international airport, banned TikTok and imposed a state of emergency on Thursday after three nights of clashes that have left five dead and hundreds
2 months ago