Deadly Unrest in New Caledonia Follows Macron's Visit

A French policeman killed a protester in New Caledonia amid violent protests over controversial voting reforms, which have resulted in seven deaths in a week. The incident occurred a day after French President Emmanuel Macron's visit, where he proposed a pause in the reforms to seek a new political agreement. The protests, led by the indigenous Kanak community, are driven by fears that the reforms will dilute their political power and affect future independence referendums. A manslaughter inquiry has been launched, and thousands of extra police have been deployed to restore order.