Thread by @HeshmatAlavi

Oct 30 - Baghdad, #Iraq
Tahrir Square

Mark my word:
The Iraqi people are determined to start anew, and they know ending #Iran's malign influence in their country is key.

Oct 30 - #Iraq
Iraqi demonstrators chanting:
"Iranian murderer, Qassem Soleimani!"

They are referring to #Iran's IRGC Quds Force chief Qassem Soleimani, known to command Tehran's proxy forces across the region & responsible for the deaths of tens of thousands in many countries.

#BREAKING
Oct 30 - Baghdad, #Iraq
Security forces opening fire on demonstrators.

#UPDATE
Oct 30 - Baghdad, #Iraq
Security forces opening fire on demonstrators pushing their way towards #Iran's embassy.

#UPDATE
Oct 30 - Baghdad, #Iraq
Security forces reportedly quelled protesters attempting to storm #Iran's embassy. Deaths and injuries reported.

#UPDATE
Oct 30 - Baghdad, #Iraq
More footage of Iraqi security forces targeting protesters on Sinak Bridge attempting to push their way towards #Iran's embassy.

#BREAKING
Oct 31 - Baghdad, #Iraq
Tahrir Square - 12:10 am local time
Iraqis are preparing for a massive revolution.