Author: Maia Davies

Martinique has been rocked by protests over the high cost of living, with demonstrators storming the airport in Fort-de-France and causing its closure. The unrest, which began in September, has led to curfews, bans on public gatherings, and even the deployment of riot police by the French government. Protesters are demanding that food prices in Martinique be aligned with those in mainland France, where they are significantly lower. The situation has escalated, with violent clashes resulting in injuries to both police officers and civilians, as well as looting and arson attacks across the island. Local authorities are struggling to maintain…