Gérald Darmanin announced the abolition of land rights on the Indian Ocean island, which is facing a serious migration crisis. For three weeks, Mayotte has been paralyzed by blockages and roadblocks installed by “citizen collectives” to protest against insecurity and uncontrolled immigration.

The right of blood French nationality is said to be granted when it is obtained automatically. Any adult foreigner, habitually residing on French soil for at least five years, can apply to be naturalized.