Monday, November 4, 2019

Widespread Protests Continue In Iraq -- News Roundup November 4, 2019



DW: Iraq security kill Baghdad protesters with live rounds

Security forces in Bagdad opened fire on protesters who crossed a bridge over the Tigris river into a high security area. The protests show no sign of stopping.

Security forces in Iraq used live rounds, tear gas and rubber bullets on protesters in Baghdad on Monday, killing at least five people.

The deaths happened as thousands took part in anti-government protests across the capital city.

A member of the security forces was also among those killed and least 34 people were wounded in the violence on Monday, according to government and medical spokespeople.

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More News On the Growing Unrest In Iraq

The Latest: Clashes in Baghdad protests kill 5, wound 60 -- AP
Iraq's roads, offices and schools shut down amid escalating anti-government protests -- France 24
At least 5 protesters killed in new round of clashes in Iraq -- AP
At least five dead as Iraqi security forces open fire on Baghdad protesters -- Reuters
3 killed in political protest at Iranian consulate in Iraq -- UPI
Iraq forces fire live rounds at protesters in Baghdad -- Al Jazeera
Iraq unrest: Protesters attack Iranian consulate in Karbala -- BBC

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