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Mexico’s Sheinbaum condemns violence after clashes at protest march

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Thousands protested across Mexico on Saturday (November 15) under the banner of “Generation Z,” denouncing rising violence after the public killing of an anti-crime mayor earlier this month.

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  • President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned violence at a protest march in Mexico City, stating there is never a need to use violence for change.
  • Thousands protested across Mexico under the banner of Generation Z, denouncing rising violence after the killing of anti-crime mayor Carlos Manzo. 13s
  • Clashes erupted when protesters tore down fences around the National Palace, leading to the use of tear gas by riot police. 26s
  • Authorities reported 100 police officers and 20 civilians injured, with 20 arrests and 20 more referred for administrative offenses. 39s
  • Sheinbaum's government questioned the motives behind the marches, claiming they were organized by right-leaning opponents and promoted by bots. 1m 31s
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