Clashes break out after Iraq 's deputy prime minister arrives to address protesters . The protests are the latest in a series of demonstrations against Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's government that have been taking place since mid-January. The violence comes after nearly a week of protests . Sunni demonstrators say the government is treating them like second-class citizens .
Clashes break out after Iraq 's deputy prime minister arrives to address protesters . Some demonstrators called for him to resign and threw stones at the stage , witnesses say . The violence comes after nearly a week of protests . Sunni demonstrators say the government is treating them like second-class citizens .