Martinique Erupts in Violence Amid Protests Against High Living Costs
Authorities impose a curfew and ban demonstrations following airport shutdown and escalating unrest.
- Protests led by the RPPRAC have been ongoing since September, demanding price alignment with mainland France due to a 40% higher cost of living in Martinique.
- A false rumor about the arrival of CRS reinforcements sparked the airport blockade, leading to the diversion of over 1,000 passengers to Guadeloupe.
- Violence has resulted in 26 injuries among police and gendarmes, with one civilian fatality under investigation for potentially unrelated causes.
- Public services are disrupted, with schools closed, a hospital plan activated, and pharmacies unable to provide emergency services.
- Authorities and protest leaders continue to engage in talks, with a sixth round of discussions on the high cost of living scheduled.
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