Iraqi security forces fired tear gas canisters at anti-government protesters near two key bridges in Baghdad on Thursday, leaving two people dead.
One protester was killed near Sinak bridge and the other near the adjacent Ahrar bridge, police said.
Hospital sources said 38 protesters were being treated for wounds sustained from live ammunition, rubber bullets and tears gas canisters.
More than 300 people have been killed since the start of mass unrest in Baghdad in early October.
Israel strikes in Lebanon despite ceasefire deal
Israel will continue to strike Lebanon for the time being and won't be withdrawing from the south, Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Thursday, after Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ceasefire contingent on Hezbollah halting attacks.
Israeli strikes kill nine people in Gaza, medics say
Israeli strikes killed at least nine Palestinians, including five members of the same family, in separate attacks in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, health officials said.
South Korea Lee's ruling party sweeps local elections, but loses Seoul mayor race
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's ruling Democratic Party swept most major local races in elections held on Wednesday, but suffered a symbolic setback as the opposition conservative incumbent Oh Se-hoon won another term as Seoul mayor.
Delhi to crack down on fire safety violations after blaze that killed 21
The government in the Indian capital city of Delhi will launch a crackdown on properties violating fire safety norms after a hotel fire killed 21 people on Wednesday, including 12 foreign nationals, the chief minister's office said.
Kuwait cuts Iran embassy staff, declares two diplomats 'persona non grata'
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs has handed a formal protest note to Iran’s acting chargé d’affaires in the country, addressing the continued Iranian missile and drone attacks.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed the full operational readiness of air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders ahead of the summer season.
The Ministry of Health and Prevention has confirmed there are currently no cases of Ebola in the UAE and says the country remains on high alert as it monitors global health developments.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed strengthening cooperation with King Mohammed VI during a private visit to Morocco.
