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IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 31/08/2015

31/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

Video of celebrity of militia leader Abu Izrael, carving an unidentified corpse sparks new storm of controversy over the role and conduct of militia forces.
Basra’s youth host candlelight vigil for those gunned down by armed police forces in last weeks protest, as the death toll steadily rises.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 24/08/2015

24/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

The people of Baghdad have been fearlessly marching towards Liberation Square. In the south, protesters attacked religious party HQ’s, to which militias responded violently.
In defence of former Prime Minister, Iraq’s Dawa party denounce allegations against Nouri al Maliki as fabricated lies.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 19/08/2015

19/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

Iraqi premier Haidar al Abadi faces a long and uphill battle to reform his country, as politicians and those guilty of fraud attempt a quick escape.
Anti-religious sentiments are bubbling in Iraq, as seen in the latest serious a nationwide uprisings over the government's failed commitment towards its citizens.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 18/08/2015

18/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

Protesters turn their anger towards Iraq’s religious establishments and parties against the backdrop of soaring summer temperatures.
As part of his ambitious reform package, Iraq's prime minister has vowed to reduce the position of advisors to ministries.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 17/08/2015

17/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

Upheaval in Iraq sways growing numbers of protesters to storm political offices and seize their streets.
The Association of Muslim Scholars in Iraq (AMSI) announces a new strategic roadmap for resolving the country’s governance crisis.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 12 08 2015

12/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

The UN has announced that Iraq’s food aid will be reduced by half, amid funding shortfall.
Iraq’s Kurdish controlled north prepares itself for local elections, as unresolved political disputes between Iraq’s centre and the north resurface.

NEWS BULLETIN 11/08/2015

11/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

At least 58 killed and 100 injured in Diyala after twin suicide bombs were set off by an IS member. Iranian backed militias are accused of firing mortars at a village, killing many women and children.
Despite early celebrations of PM Abadi's reforms, many within the Baghdad government have voiced their concerns, including two of the Vice Presidents.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 10/08/2015

10/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

After a spat of nationwide protests, Iraqi Premier Haidar al Abadi announces a set of reforms to quell unrest. He promises to shrink the number of cabinet posts and eradicate Iraq’s quota system. The heat was most felt by ministers who stand accused of corruption and embezzlement.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 05/08/2015

5/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

One year on from IS occupation in Iraq, British defence secretary pledges continued airstrikes, for at least a year, amidst continuing
Anti-Iran protests break out in Nasiriyah, in light of government failings and the lack of basic provisions provided by the state.
A report published by the International Centre for Development Studies, suggests the imminent risk of bankruptcy could topple Iraq's economy.

IRAQ NEWS BULLETIN 03/08/2015

3/8/2015

The latest news round-up of developments inside Iraq:

With temperatures reach 60 °C, protesters filled the streets of Baghdad demanding a longterm solution to Iraq’s decade old energy crisis.
United Nations session places the involvement of Iraqi forces in torture activities under scrutiny.

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