BAGHDAD (AP) — When discontented Iraqis sought independence from British occupation in 1920, Baghdad’s most prestigious new boulevard, Rasheed Street, was the theatre of their revolt. Once a bustling cultural hub in the heart of Baghdad, Rasheed Street has been a battle zone in recent days as security forces try to repel protesters. As an adolescent, al-Waily strolled daily down Rasheed Street on his route home. The first step was to develop studies to assess the state of Rasheed Street because official databases were either outdated or didn’t exist. “I’ve been fighting this for 10 years.”Back on Rasheed Street, the young protesters are fighting a different war.

Source: Egypt Independent November 27, 2019 10:52 UTC