Police have clashed with protesters in the Italian city of Bologna after the death of a Moroccan-born man during a police arrest.
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Abderrahim Fakir, 42, died on Sunday after officers were called to reports of aggressive behaviour, according to Italian authorities.
Video shared widely online appears to show Fakir lying face down, calling for help and saying he couldn't breathe before he stops moving.
The footage sparked protests in Bologna and Rome.
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has called for a full investigation while condemning the violence.
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