Morocco has been gripped by a wave of youth-led protests for the fourth consecutive day, marked by violent confrontations between demonstrators and security forces. Hundreds of protesters took to the streets across the country on Tuesday night, voicing demands for improved social services, reduced corruption, and better employment opportunities. The demonstrations, organized by a loosely formed youth group known as GenZ 212, escalated into chaos as protesters reportedly hurled stones at security forces, while footage emerged of cars and banks being set ablaze. The Moroccan Association for Human Rights (AMDH) has accused security forces of physically assaulting protesters and carrying out arbitrary arrests. In the city of Oujda, a protester sustained injuries after being struck by a police car, according to reports from the state news agency MAP. GenZ 212, in a statement posted on its Facebook page, expressed regret over acts of rioting and vandalism that damaged public and private property, urging participants to remain peaceful and avoid undermining the legitimacy of their demands. The protests have also targeted the government’s spending priorities, with demonstrators criticizing the allocation of funds for FIFA World Cup stadiums over essential public services like healthcare and education. The unrest in Morocco mirrors similar youth-led uprisings in Nepal, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Madagascar, where protests have led to significant political changes. In Morocco, approximately 200 protesters have been arrested, with most subsequently released, according to AMDH. The government coalition has expressed willingness to engage in dialogue with the youth to find realistic solutions, while praising the security forces’ ‘balanced reaction’ in line with legal procedures.