Morocco Faces Unrest as Gen Z Protests Demand Change
In recent days, Morocco has been engulfed in unprecedented youth-led protests, with demonstrators clashing violently with police across the nation. Triggered by dissatisfaction over government spending prioritizing World Cup infrastructure over crucial needs such as education and healthcare, the unrest has resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left hundreds injured, including police officers. As protests intensify, Moroccans are calling for systemic change, echoing sentiments seen in similar movements across Africa. Authorities have responded with crackdowns, leading to hundreds of arrests amid ongoing demonstrations that have turned increasingly deadly.
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