All articles tagged with #morocco protests
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Drop Site News
The article covers multiple global and US political developments, including Israel's military zone declaration along the Egypt border, ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, US legislative actions on Venezuela, Pelosi's retirement, and protests in Morocco, among other international issues.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Moroccan youth-led protests across multiple cities, driven by frustrations over corruption, economic inequality, and government spending on World Cup infrastructure, highlight a broader discontent with social and political issues. The protests, organized by the leaderless Gen Z 212 group, demand government reforms, accountability, and better social services, with the government responding with a mix of crackdowns and limited dialogue.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
U.S. Soccer is monitoring the security situation in Morocco amid ongoing protests over government spending and political unrest ahead of the U-17 Women’s World Cup, which is set to take place in Rabat. Despite the protests and violence, no travel or security changes have been made for the tournament, which features teams from 24 nations and marks the first time Morocco hosts the event. The protests are part of broader discontent over Morocco’s investments in hosting the 2030 men’s World Cup and other major football events.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Moroccan youth-led protests across multiple cities are challenging government priorities, highlighting issues like corruption, economic inequality, and inadequate healthcare, with demonstrators demanding political reforms and accountability amid a government response of both crackdowns and dialogue.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Moroccan youth, organized through social media, are protesting against government priorities, demanding better healthcare, education, and living conditions, criticizing the focus on building a massive football stadium for the 2030 World Cup, which they see as neglecting essential social needs. The protests have led to arrests and violence, but the movement remains determined for change.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Protests erupted across Morocco over government priorities, with youth demanding better public services instead of stadiums for the 2030 World Cup. Police fired on protesters in Lqliaa, resulting in two deaths, amid widespread unrest in cities like Rabat, Casablanca, and Marrakesh. The government has detained hundreds, and protests are ongoing, driven by economic grievances and dissatisfaction with public infrastructure.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
BBC Verify reports on ongoing youth protests across Morocco following police gunfire that resulted in two deaths, along with fact-checking claims about UK immigration removals, and coverage of a synagogue attack in Manchester and Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Reuters
Protests in Morocco demanding social reforms have escalated into violence, with two deaths and numerous injuries as security forces used firearms to quell unrest sparked by youth-led demonstrations organized online by the group 'GenZ 212'. The protests, initially focused on education and healthcare, have spread across multiple cities, turning violent in some areas, and reflect deep social and economic frustrations among Moroccan youth.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Moroccan authorities arrested over 400 people as youth protests demanding reforms in health and education sectors turned violent, with clashes resulting in injuries and property damage across several cities, driven by discontent over economic disparities and government priorities.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Reuters
Protests in Morocco demanding education and healthcare reforms turned violent, with 263 security personnel and 23 civilians injured as demonstrators vandalized property and clashed with police, marking the most violent unrest since 2016-2017, organized online by the group 'GenZ 212' which claims to advocate peaceful protests.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Anti-government protests in Morocco have turned violent for the fourth consecutive night, driven by youth anger over inadequate social services and government spending priorities, especially amid preparations for the 2030 World Cup. The protests, which began peacefully, escalated with clashes, vandalism, and arrests across various cities, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with healthcare, education, and economic conditions. Authorities have responded with arrests and police measures, while human rights groups and international organizations call for dialogue and reform.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Reuters
Moroccan youth protests demanding reforms in education and healthcare turned violent across several cities, with clashes involving stone-throwing, arson, and arrests, marking the fourth day of unrest organized via social media platforms.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
Young Moroccans, mainly from Gen Z, protested across multiple cities, criticizing government spending on international sports events like the 2030 FIFA World Cup and neglect of health and education sectors, leading to clashes with police and arrests, amid broader dissatisfaction with regional inequalities and public service decline.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Young Moroccans across multiple cities protested against government priorities, criticizing the focus on building stadiums for the 2030 FIFA World Cup while neglecting health and education systems, leading to clashes with police and arrests, driven largely by social media and youth-led movements.