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September 10, 2018

Iraq: Protests over Public Services, Jobs Continue in Basra
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In Iraq, massive protests continue in the southern city of Basra, where
protesters torched the Iranian Consulate Friday. The demonstrations in
the oil-rich region began after thousands of residents fell ill from
contaminated water. Residents are demanding more jobs and better public
services, including clean drinking water.


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