Iraqi counter-terrorism forces surround Baghdad airport amid protests

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Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Forces surrounded Baghdad international airport on Saturday, as supporters of Hashid al-Shaabi attempted to enter the airport.

Dozens of supporters of Hashid al-Shaabi passed the first gate of Baghdad airport, Iraqi media reported.

“The security forces tried to peacefully prevent the protesters from moving forward,” a security forces told Shafaq News.

A large number of the counter-terrorism forces surrounded the airport to prevent the protesters from entering the airport.

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