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Two powerful unions join protests in Martinique over the high cost of living

Sep. 24, 2024 13:58 PM EDT

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Two powerful unions on the French Caribbean island of Martinique have joined protests against high living costs that recently have prompted France to send anti-riot police. Traffic was paralyzed Tuesday after a transportation union ordered...

Long-forbidden French anti-riot force sent to Martinique as thousands defy bans on protests

Sep. 22, 2024 17:33 PM EDT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — France has sent a group of special anti-riot police that's been banned for 65 years to the French Caribbean island of Martinique, where protesters have gathered despite the government barring demonstrations in parts of the island. The force arrived this weekend...

Gunfire injures 6 police officers in Martinique during protests over living costs

Sep. 17, 2024 17:20 PM EDT

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — At least six police officers were injured by gunfire overnight in the French Caribbean island of Martinique during violent protests over the high cost of living, officials said Tuesday. Two unidentified suspects were arrested, according to a statement...