Protesters remain defiant despite violence on Nasiriyah's streets

04-02-2020
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NASIRIYAH, IRAQ - Protesters remain committed to anti-government demonstrations despite ongoing brutality at the hands of security forces. 

Protesters burned tires in Nasriyah's streets following sound bombs and live ammunition, which forced the city's police forces to withdraw from the city. 

Despite the designation of a new prime minister last week, demonstrators are determined to remain on the streets. 

"As genuine protesters, we have stayed on the streets. Our demands are right and heard by the United Nations and the entire world, we want a neutral prime minister and a [new] elections law. Those wanting to remove our tents and set up their own are party-affiliated groups and we know who are they associated with and where have they come from, " a protester told Rudaw. 

 

Reporting by Hiwa Hussamadin 

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