05 Nov 2019 | 03:15 PM UTC
Iraq: At least five killed overnight amid protests in Um Qasr, Shatrah November 5 /update 40
At least five protesters killed by live rounds overnight amid protests in Um Qasr and Shatrah November 5; associated disruptions and further clashes between security forces and protesters expected
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21 Jan 06:20 PM UTC —
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Iraq: Violent protests in Diwaniyah December 25 /update 89
24 Dec 11:12 AM UTC —
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23 Dec 10:43 AM UTC —
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22 Dec 04:46 PM UTC —
Iraq: Protesters block roads and public buildings in southern Iraq December 22 /update 86
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17 Dec 10:43 AM UTC —
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16 Dec 01:03 PM UTC —
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Iraq: At least six killed in Baghdad on December 12 /update 82
11 Dec 10:31 AM UTC —
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Iraq: Massive mobilizations expected in Baghdad, nationwide December 10 /update 80
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Iraq: Prime Minister set to resign November 29 /update 72
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26 Nov 11:27 AM UTC —
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23 Nov 01:58 PM UTC —
Iraq: Shalamcheh border crossing with Iran reopens November 23 /update 63
23 Nov 08:28 AM UTC —
Iraq: Death toll rises to at least ten in Baghdad protests November 22 /update 62
22 Nov 04:58 PM UTC —
Iraq: Four fatalities amid protests in Baghdad November 22 /update 61
21 Nov 11:09 PM UTC —
Iraq: Protests continue in Baghdad and Karbala November 21 /update 60
21 Nov 11:26 AM UTC —
Iraq: Two fatalities amid protests in Baghdad November 21 /update 59
21 Nov 07:58 AM UTC —
Iraq: Security forces fail to retake central area in Baghdad November 20-21 /update 58
20 Nov 05:38 PM UTC —
Iraq: Khor al-Zubair port in Basra reopens November 20 /update 57
19 Nov 04:53 PM UTC —
Iraq: Protesters block access to Basra port November 19 /update 56
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17 Nov 05:55 PM UTC —
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Iraq: Protesters occupy central areas in Baghdad amid general strike November 17 /update 52
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Iraq: Security forces kill at least four in Baghdad as protests continue November 9 /update 45
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Iraq: Protests continue in Baghdad November 8 /update 44
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Iraq: At least four killed amid protests in Baghdad November 7 /update 42
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Iraq: Security forces open fire at protesters in Baghdad November 6 /update 41
05 Nov 12:23 AM UTC —
Iraq: Internet service blocked nationwide November 5 /update 39
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Iraq: Police open fire on protesters in Baghdad November 4 /update 38
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03 Nov 07:09 AM UTC —
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Iraq: Further nationwide protests reported October 30 /update 32
29 Oct 05:23 PM UTC —
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28 Oct 04:36 PM UTC —
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Iraq: Further nationwide protests reported October 28 /update 29
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Iraq: Death toll rises from nationwide protests October 25 /update 26
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Iraq: Security forces, AAH militia kill 25 in nationwide protests October 25 /update 25
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Iraq: Two dead amid ongoing protests in Baghdad October 25 /update 23
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17 Oct 09:37 AM UTC —
Iraq: Telecommunications partially restored ahead of nationwide October 25 protest /update 19
15 Oct 05:03 PM UTC —
Iraq: Nationwide protests planned October 25 /update 18
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Iraq: Further nationwide protests planned October 11 /update 17
10 Oct 07:20 AM UTC —
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09 Oct 09:13 AM UTC —
Iraq: Access to social media platforms disrupted October 9 /update 15
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Iraq: Authorities reopen Baghdad’s Green Zone October 8 /update 14
07 Oct 12:04 PM UTC —
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Iraq: Gunmen attack media stations in Baghdad amid deadly protests, clashes October 5 /update 12
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Iraq: Unidentified snipers reportedly kill four in Baghdad amid protests October 4 /update 9
04 Oct 07:34 AM UTC —
Iraq: Police forcibly disperse protest in Baghdad October 4 /update 8
04 Oct 06:55 AM UTC —
Iraq: Internet disruptions continue amid protests October 4 /update 7
03 Oct 08:00 AM UTC —
Iraq: Violent protest reported in Baghdad October 3 /update 6
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Iraq: Curfew and internet disruptions in Baghdad October 3 /update 5
02 Oct 08:20 PM UTC —
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02 Oct 04:28 PM UTC —
Iraq: Police forcibly disperse protests in Baghdad October 2 /update 3
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Iraq: Further violent protests reported in Baghdad October 2 /update 2
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Event
At least five people were shot dead by security forces overnight between Monday, November 4, and Tuesday, November 5, as protests continue across Iraq.
Two people were killed and at least 23 others wounded in clashes in the southern town of Shatrah. Security forces opened fire on a mob of protesters attempting to break into the house of a senior government official.
Live rounds were reportedly used in the port city of Um Qasr as well, where demonstrators have staged a sit-in since Wednesday, October 30. At least two people were killed and dozens of others wounded after police forcibly dispersed the protesters in an attempt to reopen the port. Clashes continued into the morning (local time) of Tuesday during a funeral procession for a slain demonstrator. Some protesters reportedly hurled stones at security forces, who responded with live fire. At least one additional person was killed.
Internet access remains cut off to most parts of Iraq as of Tuesday evening. According to media reports, internet service disruptions are ongoing in Baghdad, Basra, Karbala, and other major population centers. It is unclear how long the restrictions will remain in place.
Heightened security measures and disruptions to transportation and business are to be expected in Baghdad and other major urban centers over the coming days as protests and the nightly curfew continues. Disruptions to internet and telecommunications services are also expected to continue amid the unrest. Clashes between protesters and security forces are likely around protest sites.
Context
Demonstrations broke out on October 1 to protest perceived government corruption, inadequate provision of public services, and a lack of job opportunities. Following weeks of relative calm, demonstrations violently resumed on October 24-25, coinciding with the deadline issued by Grand Ayatollah Sistani to the government to produce a report on who in the Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) was responsible for firing at civilians during previous demonstrations. At least 260 people have been killed and 10,000 wounded since protests began. On October 31, President Barham Saleh announced that Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi agreed to resign if the Iraqi parliament's party blocs can agree on a replacement.
Advice
Individuals in Baghdad and across Iraq are advised to closely monitor the situation, avoid all protests and large public gatherings due to potential violence, prepare for disruptions to transportation and business in areas affected by anti-government demonstrations, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.
The security environment in Iraq remains complex. Although travel is possible in some areas with proper security protocols in place, other areas should be considered strictly off-limits. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to all travel.
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