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Morocco Faces Eighth Day of Youth-Led Protests After Deadly Clashes Near Agadir

The GenZ 212 movement demands investment in public services over showcase projects.

Overview

  • Organizers urged peaceful marches and asked supporters to wear black in mourning after lethal shootings near Agadir.
  • Police say those killed were attempting to storm a station to seize weapons, a claim the GenZ 212 collective contests.
  • The government authorized protests for the first time this week and the prime minister signaled willingness to talk to organizers.
  • Authorities report hundreds of arrests and injuries across multiple cities, with the death toll reported as at least two and in some accounts three.
  • The European Union called for calm as demonstrators highlight recent maternal deaths in Agadir and frustration with spending tied to the 2030 World Cup.