25
Apr 2021
11:43 UTC
Iraq Tactical: Security forces reportedly use live ammunition during protest in Baghdad’s Jadriyah during afternoon hours of April 25; avoid all travel
Please be advised:
- According to emerging reports, security forces have employed live ammunition to disperse protesters in Jadriyah in Baghdad during the afternoon hours of April 25.
- Additional reports indicate that protesters have set rubbish and tire fires in the area.
- Jadriyah is located approximately two km southwest of the Green Zone.
Recommendations:
Those operating or residing in Baghdad during the afternoon hours of April 25 are advised to avoid all travel to Jadriyah due to the civil unrest and reported usage of live rounds by security forces at the locale.
COUNTRY RISK LEVEL
High
AFFECTED AREA
Jadriyah, Baghdad; Iraq
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL
Extreme
STRENGTH OF SOURCE
Unconfirmed
Please be advised:
- According to emerging reports, security forces have employed live ammunition to disperse protesters in Jadriyah in Baghdad during the afternoon hours of April 25.
- Additional reports indicate that protesters have set rubbish and tire fires in the area.
- Jadriyah is located approximately two km southwest of the Green Zone.
Recommendations:
Those operating or residing in Baghdad during the afternoon hours of April 25 are advised to avoid all travel to Jadriyah due to the civil unrest and reported usage of live rounds by security forces at the locale.
COUNTRY RISK LEVEL
High
AFFECTED AREA
Jadriyah, Baghdad; Iraq
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL
Extreme
STRENGTH OF SOURCE
Unconfirmed
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