French Leader Heads to Pacific Outpost Gripped by Deadly Unrest
Briefly

President Macron visits New Caledonia amidst deadly unrest, seeking to calm tensions with pro-independence groups. The territory is gripped by violent demonstrations, leaving six dead and hundreds injured.
Tensions arise from France's proposed amendment to unfreeze voter rolls, potentially swaying a referendum on New Caledonia's self-determination. Macron's visit aims to renew dialogue and address accusations of backtracking on agreements.
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