French security forces impose ‘calmer’ situation in New Caledonia under emergency powers

Hundreds of military and armed police reinforcements deployed Friday to the riot-scarred streets of France's Pacific territory of New Caledonia, seeking to quell clashes that have left five people dead and hundreds injured.

May 17, 2024 - 06:00
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French security forces impose ‘calmer’ situation in New Caledonia under emergency powers
Hundreds of military and armed police reinforcements deployed Friday to the riot-scarred streets of France's Pacific territory of New Caledonia, seeking to quell clashes that have left five people dead and hundreds injured.