France bans TikTok in island territory after protests.
France declared a state of emergency in New Caledonia following violent protests over changes to electoral laws. The state of emergency includes a ban on public demonstrations and a blackout of TikTok. The protests erupted after the French National Assembly approved extending local voting rights to newcomers from mainland France. This move has sparked anger among indigenous Kanak people who have long fought for independence. The state of emergency will last for 12 days, with a night curfew in effect. French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal emphasized the importance of dialogue in finding a political solution for New Caledonia.
