Protests challenge local Iraqi authorities
The popular protests erupted in rejection of local administrations since parliamentary blocs in Iraq neglected to hold provincial elections.
![Anti-government protesters carry a mock coffin during a demonstration calling for resignation of Gov. Nazem al-Waeli and against deteriorating public services, in the province of Dhi Qar on Feb. 26, 2021.](/sites/default/files/styles/article_hero_medium/public/2022-01/GettyImages-1231401001.jpg?h=a5ae579a&itok=w2WRHM0c)
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