A member of Iraqi security forces stands guard in Baghdad's Kadhimiya district, May 2, 2016. Fearing a repeat of last week's turmoil when protesters stormed into the fortified Green (International) Zone, Baghdad was on lockdown Friday.
VOA: Baghdad on Lockdown as Anti-government Protesters Gather
BAGHDAD—Baghdad was on lockdown Friday.
Fearing a repeat of last week's turmoil when protesters stormed into the fortified International Zone (IZ), also known as the Green Zone, and broke into parliament forcing lawmakers to flee for their lives, the government set up concrete barriers around the city.
The main Tigris River bridges connecting the main demonstration site of Tahrir Square in the east to the IZ in the west have been sealed off with layers of concrete barriers.
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MIDDLE EAST
U.S., allies conduct 24 strikes against Islamic State: statement.
Dozens dead in air raid on camp for displaced in Idlib.
Islamist rebels seize village near Aleppo, 73 killed: monitor. Islamist Syrian rebels seize strategic town near Aleppo.
Iraqi security forces shut down Baghdad to prevent more Green Zone protests.
Saudi security operation kills Islamic State fighters outside Mecca.
Israel pounds Gaza with fresh air strikes.
Hamas says does not want war but will not allow Israeli incursions.
Turkey's Erdogan takes tough EU line after PM quits. Turkey's Erdogan rebuffs EU on terrorism law; 'we're going our way, you go yours.'
Germany expects Turkey to stick to EU migrant deal after PM quits.
ASIA
North Korea's Kim seeks to cement power at rare congress. Behind closed doors, North Korea opens ruling party congress. North Korea stages once-in-a-generation party congress. Foreign media in Pyongyang barred from North Korean Party Congress.
Beijing warns critics over South China Sea dispute.
Afghan special forces raid frees 60 prisoners from the Taliban.
Five killed in roadside bombing In Afghanistan.
Afghan peace efforts back at square one.
Tajik court says Islamic State plot targeted president.
Japan seeks to boost role in ASEAN, challenge China's growing influence.
AFRICA
Libya militia scramble to halt ISIS advance.
Libyan oil revival less likely as East-West standoff escalates.
Ethiopia’s army has entered South Sudan in search of 100 kidnapped children.
Oil facility attack in Nigeria raises fears of renewed militancy.
Gambia opposition seeks international help after leader denied bail.
Italy rescues nearly 1,800 migrants in Mediterranean.
Schools burn as protesters vent anger ahead of South Africa local poll.
Prominent rights lawyer arrested in Egypt over protests.
EUROPE
Worst may be over for Russia, risks rising in central Europe: IMF.
Greece hit by general strike over pension and tax change. Anti-austerity protests grind Greece to a halt.
Early signs from new Ukraine government encouraging says IMF.
Scottish nationalists claim ‘historic’ victory as UK votes in local polls.
Podemos seen losing support ahead of Spanish election.
Cologne sex attack charge dismissed. Cologne New Year sex attack suspect acquitted.
London voters appear ready to welcome first Muslim mayor.
AMERICAS
Helicopters, trucks set to remove thousands north of Canadian wildfire. Canada wildfire: Images show Fort McMurray devastation.
FBI interviewed Clinton aide Huma Abedin in email probe: report.
US jobs growth falters in April. Labor force participation rate dropped to 62.8% in April: 94,044,000 out.
Paul Ryan: 'I'm just not ready' to back Donald Trump. Trump: 'Really surprised' by Ryan holding back endorsement.
Brazil Senate committee to vote on Rousseff impeachment trial.
Resource-rich Venezuela struggles to keep lights, taps on.
Colombia arrests alleged big money launderer from Panama.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Al-Qaeda said to boost Taliban fight against Afghan government.
Islamic State eradicating Afghan poppy crops.
What to bring to a warzone? Photos reveal Islamic State terrorist's wishlist.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
SpaceX rocket launches satellite, then lands on ship at sea.
Global stock markets are down after the U.S. jobs report showed hiring in April fell to its weakest pace in seven months.
Canada wildfire evacuations curb oilfield, pipeline flow.
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