Suspension of Voting Reforms in New Caledonia

French President Macron suspends voting reforms in New Caledonia after deadly unrest. The reforms, feared by Indigenous Kanak people, caused violence and a state of emergency. Both sides erected barricades. Macron suspended the constitutional bill to promote dialogue and order. A man died on June 11 during clashes with police. Curfew extended until June 17.

Riots in New Caledonia

Riots in New Caledonia due to electoral changes by French government, resulting in seven deaths. Australia evacuating its citizens. Investigation opened into the unrest. State of emergency declared and troops sent to quell violence.

Riots in New Caledonia and Naked Passenger Incident on Australian Flight

Riots in New Caledonia due to electoral changes by the French government; Australia evacuating citizens. Man arrested for running naked on Australian flight, causing disruptions. Incident occurred on a Virgin Australia flight from Perth to Melbourne.

French President Macron's Visit to New Caledonia

French President Macron delays voting reform in New Caledonia due to violent unrest on the island.

Riots in New Caledonia and Police Shooting Incident

Riots in New Caledonia due to electoral changes by French government. Police officer shoots and kills a man after being attacked by a group of individuals. French President Macron makes emergency trip to de-escalate violence.

Riots in New Caledonia Following Electoral Changes

Riots in New Caledonia following electoral changes; 7 killed, including a man shot by police. French President Emmanuel Macron visited to calm tensions, pausing electoral reform. Australia evacuating citizens stuck in the territory.

President Macron's Visit to Riot-Hit New Caledonia

President Macron arrives in riot-hit New Caledonia to show support and address deadly unrest. He aims to restore peace, calm, and security, and discuss economic reconstruction and political questions surrounding the future of New Caledonia.

Violent Unrest in New Caledonia

Violent clashes in New Caledonia escalate as indigenous population seeks independence, leading to sixth fatality. Protests over voting reforms have turned parts of the capital into no-go zones, with ongoing violence despite state of emergency.

Unrest in New Caledonia

French police reinforcements have arrived in New Caledonia to regain control of the capital after riots resulting in deaths and arrests. The unrest was sparked by an electoral reform bill. The situation remains tense with road barricades and confrontations.

State of Emergency in New Caledonia

State of emergency declared in New Caledonia after deadly riots over electoral reform.

Deadly Violence in New Caledonia Over Proposed Constitutional Change

Deadly violence erupts in New Caledonia over proposed change to France's Constitution giving voting rights to non-Indigenous residents, resulting in at least four deaths and a state of emergency declared.

France deploying troops, imposing curfew, and banning TikTok in New Caledonia

France deploys troops, imposes curfew, and bans TikTok in riot-hit New Caledonia.

Deadly Violence in New Caledonia

Deadly violence erupts in New Caledonia as pro-independence indigenous Kanak communities clash with French residents. At least four people have died, prompting a curfew and military mobilization by France.

Protests in New Caledonia over Constitutional Reform

Protests in New Caledonia turn violent over constitutional reform pushed by Paris, leading to deaths, injuries, and arrests. French President Macron considers imposing state of emergency to restore order.

Unrest in New Caledonia

Three people have been killed in unrest in New Caledonia following changes to voting rules, sparking rioting and violence. French and local leaders are calling for calm and dialogue amidst the ongoing crisis.