Curfew Imposed in New Caledonia Following Overnight Riots

In New Caledonia, a French Pacific territory, unrest has erupted due to a plan allowing more French citizens to participate in local governance. In response, the government imposed a curfew from 6pm to 6am and banned all public gatherings. France's High Commission of the Republic deployed security forces, describing it as a "massive mobilization." According to reports, no serious civilian casualties have been reported, but security forces suffered numerous injuries. The unrest is believed to be linked to an upcoming vote in the French National Assembly, with protests and violence breaking out ahead of the election. The country's main airport, La Tontouta International, has been closed due to the situation.