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Crisis Brief: Baghdad Protests
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Length:
9 minutes
Released:
Oct 3, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
A major crisis is unfolding in Iraq. Protests against the Iraqi government have spread to 11 predominantly Shi'a provinces and become violent. Government forces have used live ammunition against protestors in multiple provinces and are fighting with protestors to secure the Baghdad airport. ISW is providing an update on the situation as of 8pm this evening and outlining the possible trajectories for further escalation.
Released:
Oct 3, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (92)
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