Iraq News

Hundreds of Iraqis took to the streets of Baghdad on Friday in protest against unemployment, freedom restrictions and other demands. Demonstrators waving the photo of late Argentinean revolutionary leader Che Guevara said they had no one to represent them in Iraq. Iraqi demonstrators urged to change the policies in Iraq and accused Parliament of shortcoming. On the heels of Egypt, manifestations broke out around Iraq. In northern Baghdad, hundreds of citizens of Hussayniya region rallied for the fourth day in denunciation to bad services and to cutting off the highway between Baghdad and Diyala. Certain politicians believe the situation is Iraq is not alarming mainly on the freedoms level. They called however not to impose religious restrictions on a community known for its diversified culture. These protests came a day after a demonstration was held in Diwaniya calling to improve services and end unemployment. Security Forces fired at demonstrators in Diwaniya and wounded 5 protesters.