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Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“Recalling the 1st. group of loved ones whose blood was shed in the start of this reform movement 40d ago, calling again to bring the killers to justice, offering our condolences to their families.” (1)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“Political powers holding authority now have a unique chance to heed citizens’ demands according to a mutually-accepted roadmap, to be implemented in a set timeframe, to end a long corruption era. (2)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“It is unacceptable to do more stonewalling & procrastination in combating corruption & political quotas (muhassassa), for it will put the Country at grave rosks.” (3)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“Maintaining the peaceful protests of all kinds. The greatest responsibility in this regard falls on security forces to avoid use of excessive force while dealing with peaceful protesters.” (4)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“It has been noted that most participants in the protest are peaceful & not engaged in attacks on govt & private property. The minority of protestors that attack properties must be told to stop.” (5)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“Demonstrating peacefully is the right if every Iraqi adult to express opinions & demand rights, whoever wants to take part is free to do so, & so is the case for those who don’t want to take part.” (6)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“It’s not for anyone to force their opinions on others. Participation or lack thereof must not be a basis for exchanging accusations among the citizens.” (7)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“Internal & external entities had role in the oppression that plighted #Iraq in past decades (referring to Baathists). They may try to to take advantage of current protests to advance their goals.” (8)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“Protesters beware of any attempt by these malicious entities to penetrate their ranks & cause the reform movement to deviate.” (9)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“Our dear security forces & those who joined them to fight Daesh terrorism & defent #Iraq’ people, land, & sacred places are owed a vreat debt of gratitude by everyone.” (10)
Grand Ayatollah #Sistani’s Office statement, read in today’s Friday Prayer:

“We must not forget their favors & minimize their great sacrifices. If it is possible to hold peaceful protests today, without fear of terrorism, it’s because of these heroes.” (11)
This thread has been a translation of a statement read on behalf of Grand Ayatollah #Sistani's Office from the #Karbala Friday Prayer addressing the latest political & security situation in #Iraq. I added no editorial, except for a clarification in Tweet no. 8 -- as needed! (12)
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