Freemuslim releases statement on fatal protests in Najaf, Iraq

Recent protests in the holy city of Najaf have led to fatalities and injuries to number of protestors. 

Recent protests in the holy city of Najaf have led to fatalities and injuries to number of protestors. 

Local correspondents from Iraq have reported clear mistreatment from local security forces towards protestors, resulting in serious injuries and few deaths. 

Freemuslim Association emphasizes on the importance of freedom of public protest as an Islamic right, and a basic human right. 

It added that the use of force while confronting protestors only escalates the circumstances and fuels the fire beneath the ashes. 

Freemuslim Association advises people, as protestors, to carry out demonstrations peacefully and away from any violence.