Analysis Iraq Protests' Sectarian Character Could Be Their Saving Grace
In 2012–2013, the stormy protests against the government were mainly by Sunnis, a minority that constitutes about a third of Iraq’s population. But this bout is different
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Iraqi Forces Kill Five in Attempt to Push Protesters Back to Main Square
Clashes wound nearly 100 more people; government promises reforms aimed at ending the crisis
Gunmen Kill Five Protesters in Southern Iraqi City
The shooting in Basra occurred around midnight Thursday and wounded around 120 people, according to medical officials; over 250 have been killed since unrest erupted
FIFA Says Iraq Unsafe to Host World Cup Qualifying Games
Iraq’s 2-0 win over Hong Kong in Basra last month left the national team at the top of its five-team qualifying group. Two teams advance to the next round of Asian qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar
WATCH Barbers and Musicians Bring Fresh Vibes to Anti-government Protests in Baghdad
In a rare sign of unity, Iraqis gather in Tahrir Square in the biggest wave of mass demonstrations since the fall of Saddam Hussein
Iraqi Protesters Attack Iranian Consulate in Karbala
Protesters threw stones and burned tires around the building in the Shiite holy city, directing their rage at neighboring Iran and the powerful Iraqi Shiite militias tied to it
Iraqi Protesters and Security Forces Clash, Blocking Main Gulf Port
Operations at the Umm Qasr port, which receives most of Iraq's grain, vegetable oils and sugar imports, have been at a complete standstill since Wednesday
Member of Iraqi Security Forces Killed by Rocket Inside Baghdad's Green Zone
A witness saw the rocket approaching the Iraqi capital's zone housing government buildings and foreign missions
Top Iraqi Cleric Calls on Rival to Join Him in Ousting PM
Influential Shi'ite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr, who leads parliament's largest bloc, asked Hadi al-Amiri, leader of the second-largest, to help him introduce a vote of no confidence amid widespread protests
Masked Security Forces Open Fire on Iraqi Protesters, Death Toll Climbs to 250
At least 18 people were killed and 865 wounded in the night between Monday and Tuesday after masked Iraqi security forces opened fire on protesters
Iraq Imposes Baghdad Curfew Amid Protests
The Baghdad security command announced the curfew Monday, as protesters clashed with security forces in the capital's central Tahrir Square
Death Toll Climbs to 67 in Iraq Protests, as Government Beefs Up Response
Embattled PM sends elite counter-terrorism forces out in Baghdad, southern city of Nasiriya, authorizes 'any measures,' as protests show no signs of abating
One Killed as Iraqis Resume Anti-government Protests in Baghdad
Demonstrations kick off again after a two-week hiatus, digging in for the embattled government's ouster ■ 'Resignation would lead country to chaos,' PM says
Analysis As Iraqis Protest Corruption, Iran Pours Oil on the Flames
An Iraqi public used to empty promises is not an easy one to quell, and their frustration with their corrupt government – and Iran's hold on their country – might unseat it
Shattering Brief Calm, Iraqi Soldiers Fire on Protesters as Death Toll Tops 100
Interior Ministry spokesman confirms over 6,000 wounded in sixth straight day of anti-corruption protest
At Least 18 Killed in Iraqi Anti-corruption Protests, Death Toll Nears 100
Cabinet presents new reform plan to try to quell anger over corruption and unemployment
Iraq Says Five Killed in Renewed Anti-government Demonstrations
Since the start of the protests Tuesday, security forces have responded with live ammunition and tear gas, killing at least 65 people
Iraqi Forces Fire at Protesters in Baghdad After PM's Late-night Vague Reform Pledge
Following three days of unrest across the country that left 44 dead, Iraqi leader tells nation there is no 'magic solution' to economic woes
Curfew Announced in Baghdad After Two Days of Deadly Anti-government Protests
10 people killed as explosions heard inside the Iraqi capital's heavily fortified Green Zone in overnight clashes
Nine Dead, Hundreds Wounded as Iraq Anti-government Protests Escalate
Despite massive security dragnet, protesters continue to take to the streets, some calling for toppling PM Mahdi's nearly year-old government
