Iraq protests leave 17 dead after supporters of powerful Shiite cleric clash with Iran-backed groups

Subscribe to our YouTube channel for free here: https://sc.mp/subscribe-youtube Powerful Iraqi Shiite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr announced on August 29, 2022, his retirement from political activity, sparking hundreds of his loyal supporters to storm the government palace in Iraq’s Green Zone. Following the occupation, angry Sadrists clashed with rival Shiite groups backed by Iran and Iraqi security forces at night. The clashes left at least 17 dead and many injured. Iraq has been paralysed for months after the influential leader withdrew his bloc from parliament in June. Related story: Iraq protesters begin withdrawal after cleric demands deadly clashes end https://sc.mp/2tuk Support us: https://subscribe.scmp.com Follow us on: Website: https://www.scmp.com Facebook:   / scmp   Twitter:   / scmpnews   Instagram:   / scmpnews   Linkedin:   / south-china-morning-post   #scmp #World #Iraq