Since September 27, Morocco has been rocked by youth-led protests organised by an online network called GenZ 212. Initially focused on improving healthcare and education, the demonstrations have rapidly expanded across cities such as Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Tangier, Marrakech, and Oujda.

While some gatherings remained peaceful, others turned violent, with clashes between protesters and security forces. The deadliest incident occurred in Lqliaa, near Agadir, when demonstrators attempted to storm a gendarmerie post, setting fire to part of the building and a vehicle. Security forces used tear gas and later opened fire in self-defence, resulting in two fatalities. Vandalisms, looting, and attacks on banks and police stations have also been reported in Salé, Tangier, and Marrakech.

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