[Iraq] Riots: Violent demonstration

On 20 March 2025, a number of rioters demonstrated near Ibrahim Al Khalil bridge in the center of Nassriya city (Thi Qar) and closed the roads with burning tires, demanding release of a defendant in a legal case. Security forces intervened and opened the road. During the investigation the rioters said they had been incited by Ahmad Al Hilali who wanted to create social tensions.

Severity

LOW

Occurred

2025-03-20

Country

Iraq

Event type

riot

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