Protests Protests 2019-12-03 Pompeo points to Iran in Mideast protests Opposition to the Iranian regime has been the uniting factor behind protests in Iraq, Lebanon and Iran itself, said the US Secretary of State. Protests 2019-12-02 Iraq parties in talks over new PM amid anti-Iran fervour Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi has stepped down following a wave of violence that led to over 420 deaths, mostly among protestors. Protests 2019-11-26 Iraqi protestors denounce 'hostile behaviour' of Iran-backed militias The militias consider the protests a threat to their very existence and to the influence of the IRGC in Iraq. Protests 2019-11-19 Najaf unhappy with 'foreign interference' in Iraqi affairs The Iranian regime is worried that the current protests will gain in size and momentum and undermine its influence in Iraq, analysts say. Protests 2019-11-18 Iran spy agency leaks reveal 'vast' sway in Iraq Leaked reports show Iran has been working to maintain Iraq as a client state and ensure political factions loyal to Tehran remain in power. Protests 2019-11-13 Daraa protesters decry creeping Iranian influence Demonstrators expressed their anger at the expansion of Iranian influence in the region and the policies and actions of the Syrian regime. Protests 2019-10-23 Iraqis hold Iran responsible for dire living conditions Recent protests confirm that Iraqis want an end to Iranian influence in the political system to enable real reform, stability and economic development. Protests 2019-10-16 Daily protests in Daraa fueled by anger at regime At least two Syrian regime soldiers have been killed and others wounded in armed attacks on security checkpoints in al-Sanamayn. Protests 2019-10-08 Tahrir al-Sham detains moderate cleric in Aleppo Town elders in al-Atareb are calling on the extremist alliance to release the imam of the local mosque, who is known for his moderation. Protests 2019-09-25 Deir Ezzor protesters denounce regime, IRGC Tensions are high and fresh demonstrations are expected after three people were shot dead and 10 were wounded in last week's protests. Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Next