VOICED : Cientos de personas ocupan el parlamento iraquí por segundo día consecutivo

In Iraq, hundreds of protesters led by Mokhtar Assad occupied the parliament for a second day, protesting against corruption and inefficiency amidst a severe institutional crisis. Despite harsh conditions, they breached barriers to enter Baghdad's Green Zone. The protest was triggered by the appointment of Mohamed Gia al-Sudani as prime minister, opposed by a pro-Iranian bloc. The UN and EU urged peaceful dialogue, while Kurdish authorities offered to host talks in Arbil.

What was the main reason for the occupation of the Iraqi parliament by Mokhtar Assad's supporters?

• To protest against corruption and inefficiency

• To support the current government

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To demand higher wages

What challenges did the protesters face during their occupation of the Green Zone?

• Heavy rainfall

• Lack of food supplies

• Military intervention

• Tear gas and water cannons

What was the trigger for the occupation of the parliament?

• A natural disaster

• The election of a new president

• The appointment of Mohamed Gia al-Sudani as prime minister

• A new trade agreement

What did the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urge in response to the situation in Iraq?

• Military intervention

• Peaceful and inclusive dialogue

• Economic sanctions

• Immediate elections

Which region offered to host talks to resolve the crisis in Iraq?

• Eastern Iraq

• Northern Iraq, in Arbil

• Western Iraq

• Southern Iraq