Demonstrations turned violent across Iraq on Friday, as protesters burned buildings and security forces fired on the crowds. The constellation of rallies, modeled after the uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt, brought together a chorus of anger and frustration over government corruption, instability and shoddy public services. |
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