Could Iraq's post-election protests undermine democracy? - analysis
Protesters have gathered in Baghdad and are seeking to overturn the election. This could be similar to the January 6 crisis in the US, but with different implications.
Supporters of Iraqi Shiite armed groups hold signs and flags during a protest against the election results, near the Green Zone in Baghdad, Iraq October 19, 2021.(photo credit: THAIER AL-SUDANI/REUTERS)BySETH J. FRANTZMAN