Security
The Baghdad Operations Command announced on Saturday the commencement of security and organizational measures to secure the peaceful demonstrations scheduled to take place tomorrow at Tahrir Square in the city center. According to an official statement, this initiative follows directives from the Prime Minister and recommendations from the General Commander of the Armed Forces, with the operations command implementing necessary steps to protect demonstrators and maintain public safety. The statement highlighted that measures include thorough inspections of individuals near the roads leading to Tahrir Square to ensure the highest level of security and safeguard public and private property, while respecting human rights principles and maintaining public order. The command confirmed that the roads leading to Tahrir Square will not be closed by security forces unless ordered by the command headquarters and only when necessary. Additionally, the movement of tuk-tuks and all types of motorcycles will be prohibited on the main highways (Mohammed Al-Qasim, Army Channel, Salahuddin/Al-Shaala) and roads leading to Tahrir Square starting from midnight. The operations command urged demonstrators to cooperate with security personnel and adhere to instructions to ensure their safety and security.
