Iraqi protesters defy curfew as violence leaves 33 dead
5 years, 3 months ago

Iraqi protesters defy curfew as violence leaves 33 dead

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — Anti-government demonstrators defied an around-the-clock curfew in Baghdad and other cities Thursday as Iraqi security forces used live ammunition and tear gas during a third day of unrest that has left 33 people dead, most of them protesters. The coalition urged all sides “to reduce tensions and reject violence.” Iraq’s state news agency said Parliament Speaker Mohammed al-Halbusi invited representatives of the protesters to parliament to discuss their demands. Masjedi recently told Iraq’s Dijla TV that if the Americans attack Iran, Tehran “will strike back anywhere, including Iraq.” Iran urged its citizens to postpone pilgrimages to Shiite holy sites in Iraq amid the turmoil. Authorities said the curfew was meant to “protect general peace” and protesters from “infiltrators” who committed attacks against security forces and public property.

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A rocket attack targets the US Embassy in Baghdad, causing minor damage but no casualties
1 year, 1 month ago

A rocket attack targets the US Embassy in Baghdad, causing minor damage but no casualties

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — A rocket attack on the sprawling U.S. Embassy in Baghdad caused minor damage but no casualties on Friday morning, U.S. and Iraqi officials said. Friday’s assault was followed by drone and multi-rocket attacks, including on al-Asad air base in western Iraq and three troop locations in Syria, also with no casualties, U.S. officials said. The U.S. State Department …

Heavy gunfire rocks Iraq's Green Zone amid violent protests, death toll rises to 22
2 years, 4 months ago

Heavy gunfire rocks Iraq's Green Zone amid violent protests, death toll rises to 22

Firstpost  

The sudden resignation of the influential cleric Muqtada al-Sadr has catapulted Iraq into violence and chaos with no clear path out Baghdad: Supporters of a prominent Iraqi Shiite cleric fired rocket-propelled grenades into Iraq’s Green Zone as machine gun fire crackled overhead Tuesday, deepening the political chaos gripping the Mideast nation. Those backing influential cleric Muqtada al-Sadr fired into the …

Photos: Fighting between rival Iraqi forces erupts in Baghdad
2 years, 4 months ago

Photos: Fighting between rival Iraqi forces erupts in Baghdad

Al Jazeera  

Fighting between rival Iraqi forces is raging for a second day, with rocket fire echoing from Baghdad’s Green Zone – where 30 people have been killed, according to medical sources. The violence began after powerful Shia religious leader Muqtada al-Sadr announced on Monday that he would resign from Iraqi politics, prompting hundreds of his angry followers to storm the government …

Supporters of Iraq’s al-Sadr leave Green Zone after violence
2 years, 4 months ago

Supporters of Iraq’s al-Sadr leave Green Zone after violence

Al Jazeera  

Protesters respond to call by Shia leader Muqtada al-Sadr to leave Green Zone after clashes leave 30 people dead. Iraqi supporters of powerful Shia leader Moqtada Sadr have withdrawn from Baghdad’s high-security Green Zone after after deadly violence overnight rocked the Iraqi capital. The latest violence also prompted Iraq’s President Barham Saleh to push for “new, early elections in accordance …

Two civilians wounded in rocket attack on Baghdad’s Green Zone
2 years, 11 months ago

Two civilians wounded in rocket attack on Baghdad’s Green Zone

Al Jazeera  

Two civilians wounded as rocket strikes residential complex near US Embassy in Baghdad, Iraqi officials say. At least four rockets targeted the United States Embassy in Baghdad’s heavily fortified Green Zone, wounding two civilians, according to two Iraqi security officials. In a statement, the US Embassy in Baghdad said its compound had been attacked by “terrorist groups attempting to undermine …

Baghdad's Green Zone targeted by two rockets, C-RAM defense system activated, says Iraqi army
3 years ago

Baghdad's Green Zone targeted by two rockets, C-RAM defense system activated, says Iraqi army

Firstpost  

There were no immediate reports of casualties and no group has yet taken responsibility for the rocket attack Baghdad: Two rockets were fired towards the Green Zone in Iraq’s capital, Baghdad, media reported in the early hours of Sunday. The Jerusalem Post said citing Iraq’s Security Media Cell that the US-installed C-RAM defense system was activated to intercept the rockets …

Rockets fired at Baghdad’s Green Zone: Iraqi military
3 years ago

Rockets fired at Baghdad’s Green Zone: Iraqi military

Al Jazeera  

One rocket destroyed by air defence sysem and another landed near a national monument, damaging two cars, Iraq’s military says. Two Katyusha rockets have struck Baghdad’s heavily fortified Green Zone, which houses several Western embassies, the Iraqi military has said. The Green Zone hosts foreign embassies, including the US embassy, and government buildings and is regularly the target of rockets …

Iraqi prime minister survives assassination bid with drones
3 years, 2 months ago

Iraqi prime minister survives assassination bid with drones

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — Iraq’s Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi survived an assassination attempt with armed drones that targeted his residence early Sunday and officials said he was unharmed. Two Iraqi officials told The Associated Press that seven of al-Kadhimi’s security guards were injured in the attack with two armed drones which occurred in Baghdad’s heavily fortified Green Zone area. “We are in …

At least 3 rockets strike Baghdad’s Green Zone, fourth attack in a week, Iraqi officials say
4 years, 9 months ago

At least 3 rockets strike Baghdad’s Green Zone, fourth attack in a week, Iraqi officials say

India TV News  

At least three rockets struck Baghdad’s fortified Green Zone near the American Embassy late Tuesday, a day after an attack on a training base south of Baghdad where U.S.-led coalition troops and NATO trainers were present, Iraqi security officials said. At least three rockets struck the Green Zone, the seat of Iraq’s government and home to several foreign embassies, two …

Two missiles strike Baghdad's green zone near US embassy
4 years, 10 months ago

Two missiles strike Baghdad's green zone near US embassy

India TV News  

At least two missiles struck Baghdad's green zone late on Sunday, with one hitting an area near the US embassy. The Green Zone - a diplomatic quarter in central Baghdad that hosts many international facilitates including the US embassy and an Iraqi base - constantly comes under fire, with the latest attack occurring on 16 February. The US military said …

Dozens of Iraqi protesters wounded in clashes with security forces as anti-government unrest resumes in Baghdad
4 years, 11 months ago

Dozens of Iraqi protesters wounded in clashes with security forces as anti-government unrest resumes in Baghdad

Firstpost  

Baghdad: Dozens of Iraqi protesters were wounded in Baghdad and other cities on Monday in clashes with security forces who were trying to clear blocked roads, security and medical sources said, as anti-government unrest resumed after a lull of several weeks. In Baghdad’s Tayaran Square overnight, protesters threw petrol bombs and stones at police who responded with tear gas and …

Day after Iran missile attacks, rockets hit Baghdad's heavily-fortified Green Zone
5 years ago

Day after Iran missile attacks, rockets hit Baghdad's heavily-fortified Green Zone

India TV News  

Small rockets landed near the heavily-fortified Green Zone in Baghdad, where government agencies and foreign embassies are located. The attack comes a day after Iran had fired multiple missiles at Iraq airbases housing US troops, resulting in the death of 80 people. Embassies for the US and several other western countries are located in the Green Zone area of Iraq's …

Protesters attack US Embassy in Baghdad after airstrikes
5 years ago

Protesters attack US Embassy in Baghdad after airstrikes

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — Angered by deadly airstrikes targeting an Iran-backed militia, dozens of Iraqi Shiite militiamen and their supporters broke into the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad on Tuesday, smashing a main door and setting fire to a reception area in one of the worst attacks on the embassy in recent memory. “This deployment is an appropriate and precautionary action taken …

Gunmen open fire at anti-govt demonstrators in Baghdad's Khilani Square; 15 including two policemen killed, 60 wounded
5 years, 1 month ago

Gunmen open fire at anti-govt demonstrators in Baghdad's Khilani Square; 15 including two policemen killed, 60 wounded

Firstpost  

The attack came a day after a string of suspicious stabbing incidents targeting demonstrators left at least 13 wounded in Baghdad’s Tahrir Square Baghdad: Gunmen in cars opened fire on Friday in Baghdad’s Khilani Square leaving at least 15 people dead and 60 wounded, Iraqi security and medical officials said. The attack came a day after a string of suspicious …

Iraqi forces shoot dead 40 anti-govt protesters in 24 hours as violence spirals in Baghdad after the burning of Iranian consulate in Najaf
5 years, 1 month ago

Iraqi forces shoot dead 40 anti-govt protesters in 24 hours as violence spirals in Baghdad after the burning of Iranian consulate in Najaf

Firstpost  

Security forces shot dead 40 anti-government protesters during 24 hours of bloodshed amid spiralling violence in the capital and Iraq’s south, security and medical officials said Thursday, one day after an Iranian consulate was torched Baghdad: Security forces shot dead 40 anti-government protesters during 24 hours of bloodshed amid spiralling violence in the capital and Iraq’s south, security and medical …

Iraqi forces shoot dead 14 protesters, authorities impose curfew in aftermath of burning of Iranian consulate in Najaf
5 years, 1 month ago

Iraqi forces shoot dead 14 protesters, authorities impose curfew in aftermath of burning of Iranian consulate in Najaf

Firstpost  

The torching of the consulate in Najaf, the southern holy city, escalated violence in Iraq after weeks of mass demonstrations that aim to bring down a government seen as corrupt and backed by Tehran Najaf: Iraqi security forces shot dead 14 protesters in the southern city of Nassiriya on Thursday, medical sources said, and authorities imposed a curfew in Najaf …

Iraqi protester killed amid fresh clashes on Baghdad bridge
5 years, 1 month ago

Iraqi protester killed amid fresh clashes on Baghdad bridge

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — An anti-government protester in Iraq was killed Sunday by a direct hit to the head from a tear gas cannister amid fresh clashes on a strategic Baghdad bridge, security and medical officials said. On Saturday, Iraqi security forces had withdrawn from Khilani Square after firing live ammunition and tear gas against protesters trying to tear down a concrete …

Iraqi protesters seize key square in Baghdad
5 years, 1 month ago

Iraqi protesters seize key square in Baghdad

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — Anti-government protesters seized control of a strategic square in central Baghdad on Saturday, as they inched closer toward their goal of reaching the heavily fortified Green Zone, the seat of government, after days of violent clashes with security forces. Iraqi security forces withdrew from Khilani Square and part of Sinak Bridge on Saturday, after firing live rounds and …

Iraq forces fire live rounds at protesters in Baghdad
5 years, 2 months ago

Iraq forces fire live rounds at protesters in Baghdad

Al Jazeera  

Deadly unrest in Baghdad as security forces open fire on anti-government protesters trying to enter city’s Green Zone. Security forces in Iraq have opened fire on protesters in Baghdad, killing and wounding several people, according to witnesses, the latest bout of bloodshed amid ongoing protests demanding an overhaul of the country’s political system. The injured include security forces as well …

Iraqi protesters say they have videos of government atrocities. An internet blackout is stopping the world from seeing them
5 years, 3 months ago

Iraqi protesters say they have videos of government atrocities. An internet blackout is stopping the world from seeing them

CNN  

Baghdad, Iraq CNN — By night, Baghdad’s streets are eerily quiet, punctuated with smatterings of gunfire – be it a single shot or something more sustained and intense. Iraq’s army has admitted to the use of “excessive force” against protesters in al-Sadr district, according to a statement posted to the Iraqi state security Facebook page on Monday. “Accountability measures have …

Iraqi security forces open fire on protesters in Baghdad
5 years, 3 months ago

Iraqi security forces open fire on protesters in Baghdad

Al Jazeera  

Violence erupts despite PM going on TV to let demonstrators know their ‘legitimate demands’ have been heard. Iraqi security forces opened fire on protesters on Friday in Baghdad after they gathered for a fourth day of demonstrations against corruption, unemployment and poor public services. Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi compared the harsh security measures his government imposed – including cutting …

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