In news from Iraq, several thousand people took part in demonstrations Wednesday demanding better basic services. Most of Iraq sees only limited electricity in the midst of the summer heat. Many Iraqis are also without water and food.

Nihad Al-Zarquani: “As for our demands, they are the demands of all the people. We represent the people, and our demands are the provision of services, security and stability and an end to unemployment, and the provision of electricity and water and all the things that ensure a decent life.”