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French Troops Deployed in New Caledonia Amid Voting Rights Unrest

French Troops Deployed in New Caledonia Amid Voting Rights Unrest

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has sent troops to New Caledonia to maintain order after violent unrest over changes to voting rights. The indigenous population fears these changes will weaken their political influence. The disturbances have resulted in casualties and property damage, prompting a curfew and a ban on TikTok.