France and Vanuatu in territorial dispute over two volcanic islets

France and Vanuatu are clashing over the sovereignty of two volcanic islets in Oceania.

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These territories, located near New Caledonia, are claimed by both countries.

The dispute revives historical tensions linked to decolonization.

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