Morocco has been engulfed in widespread unrest as youth-led protests against economic hardship and government priorities turned violent, resulting in at least two fatalities. The clashes erupted after police opened fire to prevent demonstrators from storming a police station in Lqliaa, near Agadir, according to state media. This marks the first deaths since protests began on Saturday, fueled by anger over the government’s decision to allocate resources to building football stadiums for the 2030 FIFA World Cup instead of addressing public services and the economic crisis. Protesters have been chanting slogans like, ‘Stadiums are here, but where are the hospitals?’ highlighting their frustration with deteriorating healthcare and living conditions. One protester from Oujda described local hospitals as ‘jails,’ citing corruption and unsanitary conditions. The unrest has spread to major cities, including Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, and Marrakech, where a police station was reportedly set ablaze. Authorities have detained 409 individuals, while over 260 police officers and 20 protesters were injured. The youth-led movement, known as GenZ 212, has distanced itself from the violence, organizing primarily through social media without formal leadership. Morocco’s unemployment rate stands at 12.8%, with youth unemployment reaching 35.8%, exacerbating tensions. The government has expressed willingness to engage in dialogue, praising security forces for their ‘balanced reaction.’ This uprising mirrors similar youth-led protests in Nepal, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Madagascar, where governments have faced significant pressure to address public discontent.