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African-Iraqi men are calling for equal representation and rights. December 6, 2008. Reuters
African-Iraqi men are calling for equal representation and rights. December 6, 2008. Reuters
Black Iraqis say George Floyd's death sheds light on their own centuries-long plight
The community, many of whom are descendants of African slaves, want recognition as a minority group
Azhar Al Rubaie
June 18, 2020