Security forces kill 40 anti-government protesters in over 24 hours amid spiralling violence in the capital and Iraq’s south - security and medical officials
Anti-government protesters gather on Rasheed Street during clashes with security forces in Baghdad, Iraq, Nov. 28, 2019.
Protesters had torched the Iranian consulate the previous night. One demonstrator was killed when security forces attempted to prevent them from storming the building. Crisis committees were created to enhance coordination between Prime Minister Adil Abdul Mahdi and governors in provinces affected by the protests “for the importance of controlling security and enforcing the law,” said a statement from the joint operations command.
Protesters are occupying parts of three bridges – Jumhuriya, Sinak, and Ahrar – all leading to the fortified area. But he predicted more violence: "There will be revenge from Iran, I'm sure. They're still here and the security forces are going to keep shooting at us."Anti-government protests have gripped Iraq since October 1, when thousands took to the streets in Baghdad and the predominantly Shia south. The largely leaderless movement accuses the government of being hopelessly corrupt and has also decried Iran's growing influence in Iraqi state affairs.
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