Iraq protesters set office of PM's office party ablaze
Angry protesters in Iraq’s southern province of Misan have set the headquarter of Iraqi Islamic Dawa Party, led by Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, on fire.
According to BasNew media reports also said the headquarter for Hikmah Movement, lead by Ammar al-Hakim, had also came under attack by the protesters.
On Friday, demonstrations expanded from Basra to other provinces in southern Iraq, including Najaf, Dhi Qar, Misan and even Baghdad.
Protesters call for jobs and better public services.
Earlier on the day protesters had stormed Najaf airport, causing suspension of all flights on Friday.
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