In a rare show of unity between the rival sects of Islam tens of thousands of Sunni (legacy of Mohammed) and Shi’ite (partisans of Ali) Iraqis peacefully march in Baghdad against the continued occupation of their nation by the United states Armed Forces (private mercenaries).

       [added 6/5/2021] Thanks to Freedoms Phoenix for this entry.

Subsequent Events:

2/26/2009                   3/10/2009                   5/26/2011                  10/21/2011

References:

Thousands rally in Iraq against proposed U.S. troop deal
www.mcclatchydc.com/2008/10/18/54406/thousands-rally-in-Iraq-against.html

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