• Iraqis rally for slain activist as Baghdad summons Western envoys
  
  Fahem al-Tai was killed in a drive-by shooting in Iraq's shrine city of Karbala while returning home from protests.
  Al Jazeera.  Mon, 09 Dec 2019 20:10:51 GMT.
• Gunman kills at least 25 activists after firing on anti-government protesters
  
  Al-Sadr has backed the anti-government rallies in Iraq, sending his supporters into the streets of Baghdad overnight to 'protect protesters' after unidentified gunmen attacked a protest camp.
  Daily Mail.  Sat, 07 Dec 2019 15:19:20 +0000.
• Iraq protests: Gunmen kill at least 20 people in Baghdad
  
  The country is in the midst of fierce protests fuelled by anger over corruption and unemployment.
  BBC News.  Sat, 07 Dec 2019 12:04:32 GMT.
• At least 15 killed in Baghdad square in ongoing Iraqi protests
  
  Iraqi officials say 15 people have been killed in Baghdad's Khilani Square as unknown assailants fired live ammunition from cars.
  CBC News.  Fri, 6 Dec 2019 15:24:30 EST.
• 15 killed after shooting in Baghdad square
  
  Gunmen in cars opened fire in central Baghdad, leaving at least 15 people dead and 60 wounded, Iraqi security and medical officials said.
  Irish Independent.  Fri, 06 Dec 2019 19:00:22 +0000.
• Suspicions rise after mysterious stabbing attack on protesters
  
  Fears of infiltration grow after at least 13 people were stabbed during a protest in Baghdad after the withdrawal of anti-protest groups.
  Sydney Morning Herald.  Fri, 06 Dec 2019 06:59:53 +1100.
• NY Times: Iran Moves Missiles Into Iraq Amid Unrest
  
  As it looks to flex its muscle in the Middle East, Iran, capitalizing on unrest in Iraq, is secretly moving short-range ballistic missiles into the country, The New York Times reported.
  Newsmax.  Wed, 04 Dec 2019 22:12:54 EDT.
• Syrians Say U.S. Helicopter Fire Killed Civilians During The Raid On Baghdadi
  
  A Syrian man says his arm was blown off and two friends were killed by U.S. helicopter fire during the assault on an ISIS leader. A defense official said the military will review what happened.
  Daniel Estrin.  NPR.  Tue, 03 Dec 2019 21:51:52 -0500.
• The Iraq protests explained in 100 and 500 words
  
  People have taken to the streets to demand an overhaul of the entire political system.
  BBC News.  Mon, 02 Dec 2019 11:20:15 GMT.
• Denmark offers to lead Nato training mission in Iraq
  
  Denmark's government on Tuesday offered to lead a Nato mission to train Iraqi forces, saying it was prepared to send 200 troops to Iraq at the end of next year.
  The Local.  Wed, 27 Nov 2019 15:06:09 +0100.
• 3 Iraqi Protesters Killed Amid Night of Violence in South
  
  Three simultaneous explosions rocked Baghdad late Tuesday, killing five people and wounding more than a dozen.
  Voice of America.  Wed, 27 Nov 2019 05:36:14 -0500.
• Iraqi officials: 1 protester killed amid ongoing clashes
  
  BAGHDAD (AP) - Iraqi officials said one anti-government protester has been killed by security forces on Tuesday and 21 others wounded amid ongoing clashes with security forces in Baghdad. ...
  Samya Kullab and Murtada Faraj.  Washington Times.  Tue, 26 Nov 2019 05:33:39 -0500.
• Conan the dog, hurt in terror raid, welcomed at White House
  
  'AMERICAN HERO': President Donald Trump is honoring Conan, the dog that participated in the operation that ended with the death of Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
  Ap.  ABC News.  Mon, 25 Nov 2019 21:42:49 +0000.
• Iraq shaken by one of its 'worst' days of protests; at least 13 killed
  
  At least 13 anti-government protesters were killed Sunday by Iraqi security forces in one of the "worst" days of violence in the country's south amid widespread ongoing demonstrations against corruption, officials said.
  Talia Kaplan.  Fox News.  Mon, 25 Nov 2019 02:08:31 GMT.
• Mike Pence makes surprise visit to Iraq
  
  Vice President Mike Pence made a surprise weekend visit to Iraq to rally with troops, serve them a Thanksgiving lunch and offer support for Kurdish allies. Mr. ...
  Tom Howell Jr..  Washington Times.  Sat, 23 Nov 2019 09:40:54 -0500.

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