Deadly Riots Erupt in New Caledonia Over Voting Law Changes

French territory declares state of emergency as violence claims four lives and disrupts daily life.

French troops deployed and TikTok banned as part of emergency measures.
Protests led by pro-independence groups against new voting rules seen as marginalizing Indigenous Kanaks.
Over 200 arrests made and hundreds injured, including police officers.
Residents describe scenes of 'urban guerrilla war' and widespread fear.
French government calls for calm and offers to resume political dialogue.