A large protest in Mexico City against insecurity and corruption turned violent on Saturday, with some protesters attacking police in the capital's central square, injuring 100 officers, according to authorities.

The unrest followed the early November killing of anti-cartel Mayor Carlos Manzo, as protesters denounced the government’s response to his assassination and demanded better security across the country.

It's being used around the globe by protesters. Why were Mexican “Generation Z” protesters flying an anime flag featuring a straw-hatted skull and cross-bones on Saturday?

Gen Z-led protesters clashed violently with police in Mexico City, attacking officers and storming National Palace barriers amid rising anti-government sentiment.

Thousands of people across Mexico took to the streets on Saturday under the banner of Generation Z, protesting the countrys escalating violence and demanding stronger government action after the public killing