Five demonstrators killed in Rania: reports

Latest reports suggest that security forces have killed 5 people and wounded 80 others in Rania, Southern Kurdistan.

Demonstrations against the government continue across Southern Kurdistan. In the town of Rania, which is witnessing demonstrations with strong participation, Asayish (public security) forces attacked the demonstrators, killing 5 of them and wounding at least 80 others, according to a report by Southern Kurdistan based NRT television.

Anti-government protests continue in Rania as well as Sulaymaniyah, Halabja, Koyê, Kifrê, Qeladizê, Khurmal, Avreze, Chamchamal, Taqtaq, Sharezûr, Warma and Akra.