
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI) has expressed concern over demonstrations in Baghdad, which resulted in casualties among protesters and security forces.
The right to peaceful assembly is the cornerstone of democracy and civilians have the right to have their voices heard, the UN Mission in Iraq, UNAMI, said on Saturday However, the Mission noted, protesters must do so peacefully and in full compliance with the law.
UNAMI also welcomed Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Al Abadi's institution of a public inquiry into Saturday's tragic events to establish what took place.
The Government and Security Forces must also respect and protect the right of citizens to stage peaceful public protests and must act with restraint, UNAMI added.
Prime Minister Abadi also affirmed the right of citizens to demonstrate peacefully while abiding by the law.
He also acknowledged the Government's responsibility to protect demonstrators while protecting the safety and security of citizens.
Source: QNA
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