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Iraq’s Hashd Al-Shaabi Blames US for Basra Chaos

A senior member of Hashd al-Shaabi, one of the country’s official branches of armed forces, pointed the finger at the US consulate in Basra for the recent violent unrest in the city during which rioters torched several buildings, including the Iranian consulate.

Iraq's Top Two Parliament Groups Urge PM to Resign

The two leading groups in Iraq's parliament Saturday called on Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi to resign, after lawmakers held an emergency meeting on unrest shaking the country's south.

Iraqi Officials Rap Basra Violent, Blaming US, Daesh, Ba'athists

Iraqi officials have denounced recent deadly demonstrations in the southern city of Basra, saying they believe the US, Daesh terrorists and remnants of former Ba’ath regime are behind the violence.

Iran Slams "Brutal" Attack On Its Consulate in Basra

Iran has strongly condemned a “brutal” attack on its consulate in the port city of Basra in southern Iraq, and reminded the Iraqi government of its responsibility to protect diplomatic sites.

Katyusha Rockets Fired At Basra Airport in Iraq

Unknown assailants fired three Katyusha rockets at Iraq's Basra airport Saturday, an airport official said, after a chaotic and violent night that saw hundreds of protesters burning tires on main streets and highways.

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