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Heshmat Alavi
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#BREAKING
Iraqis protesting unbridled corruption in the #Iran-backed government of Prime Minister Adel Abdel Mahdi.

"almost $450 billion of public funds has vanished into the pockets of shady politicians and businessmen"
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Security forces of the #Iran-backed government in Iraq resorting to crackdown against demonstrators protesting lack of public services, including rampant power cuts, water shortages and unemployment, particularly among youth.
#UPDATE
As the #Iran-backed government in Iraq resorts to brute force against protesters, the Health Ministry reports 200 demonstrators have been injured & claims 40 security forces are also seeking medical treatment.
#UPDATE
Baghdad - One protester killed as #Iran-backed Iraqi security forces disperse massive demonstration.
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#BREAKING
Disturbing footage of masked men attacking protesters in #Iraq
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