Violence erupts in New Caledonia as independence supporters oppose legislation in Paris

Summary

1. The first violence since the 1980s.
2. Independence leaders called for demonstrations against the proposed changes.
3. Police reinforced and curfew.
4. Loyalists and independence supporters remain deeply divided over voter eligibility issues.

References

• Media Check:  the Interpreter-Media Bias/Fact Check  (HIGH CREDIBILITY)  
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