Seven demonstrators killed in Iraq as Security Forces clear protest sites in Baghdad

In Iraq, seven protesters have been killed and several injured when security forces cleared protest sites in Baghdad and Basra.

The clashes began when security forces tried to wrest back control of three bridges spanning the River Tigris in Baghdad.

Security forces also rounded up demonstrators in Basra.

Demonstrators take part during the ongoing anti-government protests in Baghdad and other cities and demanded jobs and services.