Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:43pm on 16 May 2024,Thursday International
Violence intensifies in New Caledonia for the third day following France's imposition of a state of emergency in response to deadly protests over voting reforms. Five, including two police officers, were killed, with over 60 security personnel injured and 214 arrests made. Amidst escalating tensions, French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal pledges to restore order. Indigenous Kanak community members are among the casualties, sparking condemnation and appeals for calm. The unrest stems from proposed changes to voter lists, igniting longstanding tensions over independence in the French Pacific territory. The state of emergency remains in effect for at least 12 days.
