Iraq Witnesses Friday of Rage Amid Security Forces Spread, Curfew

Local Editor

Mass rallies started on Friday towards the "Tahrir (liberation) Square", this time in the Iraqi capital Baghdad.

The protesters demanded the enhancement and reform of social services provided, in addition to demanding combating unemployment and corruption in their country.

In this context, Baghdad city witnessed a wide spread of security forces in case of any clashes occurred.

On another hand, in the Iraqi Basra province, around 300 protesters gathered central the city, demanding the improvement of their economic and social status, despite the curfew imposed by the Iraqi authorities.

On another hand, a curfew was imposed on the provinces of Nainawa and Karkouk since 6:00 am Friday, to prevent any protests from taking place.