VOICED : Rallies call for Iraq PM to go

The transcript discusses the ongoing protests by Sunni Muslims against the Shia-led government in Iraq, accusing it of discrimination. The protests have been ongoing since December, with demands for Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki to resign. Tensions have escalated following violence in Falluja, where soldiers fired on protesters, leading to further violence and security concerns. The government has accused protesters of causing chaos, while political analysts warn of a return to sectarian violence. Efforts to resolve the crisis include releasing prisoners and raising salaries for anti-Al Qaeda militiamen, but a lasting solution remains elusive.

What is the primary reason for the Sunni Muslim protests in Iraq?

• Environmental issues

• Discrimination by the Shia-led government

• Economic instability

• Foreign intervention

What event significantly increased tensions during the protests?

• A political leader's resignation

• A violent incident in Falluja

• An economic crisis

• A natural disaster

What concern arises from reducing security forces in protest areas?

• Increased crime rates

• Al Qaeda resurgence

• Economic downturn

• Political instability

What historical period does the current unrest in Iraq resemble?

• The Arab Spring

• The 2003 US-led invasion aftermath

• The Ottoman Empire era

• The Gulf War

What steps has the Iraqi government taken to address the protests?

• Increasing taxes

• Releasing prisoners and raising militia salaries

• Inviting foreign mediators

• Implementing new environmental policies