New Caledonia Protests Escalate Following Activist Detentions by France

By admin June 24, 2024 No comment

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Protests erupted in New Caledonia following the detention and transfer of seven pro-independence activists to France. These activists were accused of orchestrating riots against a controversial voting reform bill. The unrest led to arson attacks on several buildings, including a town hall and police station across the territory. Christian Tein, a prominent pro-independence

Protester killed by policeman in New Caledonia

By admin May 25, 2024 No comment

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In France’s Pacific territory of New Caledonia, a French policeman has killed a protester, marking the seventh death in a week of violence ignited by contentious voting reforms. Prosecutor Yves Dupas in Nouméa, the capital, stated that the officer, currently in custody, fired his weapon after coming under attack from demonstrators on Friday. The deceased […]

French detention for alleged involvement in the Olympic torch relay

By admin May 23, 2024 No comment

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A man has been apprehended on suspicion of plotting an attack on the Olympic torch relay in Bordeaux, as announced by French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin. While details remain limited, Darmanin commended the police for ensuring security during Thursday’s relay event. Authorities disclosed that the suspect had written a troubling message that potentially

Two killed in New Caledonia as riots escalate after Paris vote

By admin May 15, 2024 No comment

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New Caledonia, a Pacific territory under French governance since the 19th century, is currently gripped by violent unrest stemming from the French parliament’s decision to expand voting rights for French residents there. This move, allowing long-term French citizens in New Caledonia to participate in provincial elections, has sparked outrage among many locals who