**Martinique Airport Reopens Amid Unrest Over Cost of Living**

Travelers on the Caribbean island of Martinique experienced disruptions as the main airport was forced to close due to protests over the high cost of living. Demonstrators stormed the runway at Fort-de-France, the island's capital, on Thursday, leading to the airport's temporary closure. Flights destined for Martinique were redirected to Guadeloupe. The airport resumed operations on Friday.

Amid violent protests, a curfew has been imposed until at least Monday. Authorities have prohibited public gatherings and restricted the sale of items that could potentially be used in arson attacks. The unrest began in September, with protesters demanding that local food prices be adjusted to match those in mainland France, which are 40% lower. The protests have so far resulted in one protester's death and injuries to 26 police officers.

In response to the ongoing violence, including looting, burning barricades, and vehicle fires, the French government has sent riot police to the island. The tensions escalated further on Monday when police attempted to dismantle a roadblock, according to AFP news agency. A man who sustained bullet wounds during the protests died in the hospital on Thursday, prompting an investigation into his death.

French Overseas Minister François-Noël Buffet condemned the violence and called for a return to calm and responsibility. Residents in France's overseas territories have long voiced concerns about high living costs. The protests in Martinique were spearheaded by the Assembly for the Protection of Afro-Caribbean Peoples and Resources, who argue that food prices should be consistent with those on mainland France.

Fort-de-France Mayor Didier Laguerre acknowledged the hardships faced by the island's 350,000 residents, expressing understanding of their suffering and anger. The situation remains tense as authorities continue to seek a resolution to the unrest.