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The end of a lawless paradise? Local government seeks to take back control of Corsican islet

Cavallo, a little gem of the Lavezzi archipelago, has always sparked envy. Once the scene of wild parties, it drew the international jet set before becoming a target for nationalists and organized crime groups. In June, the local government launched an offensive to regain control of the port and open the island up to tourists.

The end of a lawless paradise? Local government seeks to take back control of Corsican islet

We haven't written up this one. Le Monde English has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.

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