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Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf stated that the issue of descendants of those forcibly exiled to New Caledonia is a significant memory-related matter causing disputes with France. This comes as Algeria undertakes parliamentary moves to enhance the rights of these descendants.
Authorities in New Caledonia announced a reduction in political tensions following remarks made by politician Sonia Backes, who labeled independence leader Christian Tine as a 'terrorist leader.' These comments came after Tine was elected president of the National Front for the Independence of New Caledonia.
French authorities announced that voter participation in the 2026 municipal elections reached 48.1% by 5 PM, with most polling stations closing across 1,526 municipalities. Meanwhile, independent political forces achieved victories in the Grand Nouméa region.