Rabat [ Morocco ], October 3 (ANI): At least three people died in Morocco 's Leqliaa on Wednesday (local time) after security forces opened fire on them during violent protests against the alleged corruption and public spending decisions, Al Jazeera reported.

As per Al Jazeera, the Moroccan Interior Ministry said that the three people were killed during an attempt to seize weapons from them; however, no witness confirmed the development.

Hundreds have been injured; meanwhile, the Moroccan Association for Human Rights said that around 1000 people have been apprehended in the protests, Al Jazeera reported.

Amidst the escalating violence, Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch on Thursday (local time) stated that he is open to talks and dialogue to end the protests.

The protests have

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