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Strikes to Hit French Guiana as Tensions Paralyze Territory

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French Guiana is facing a nationwide strike Monday over crime and economic difficulties, amid protests that have paralyzed the French territory in South America, halted flights and a rocket launch and prompted a U.S. travel warning. The French government sent an emergency mission to try to quell tensions before Monday's general strike by some 27 unions, expected to hit public services across Guiana. Protesters are angry over high crime, the cost of living and the quality of...

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