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I am a freelance journalist, videographer, photographer and producer in Iraq, where I have been based most of my life. I have worked with different local, regional and international media outlets to cover conflict and political issues, but also document social trends and Iraq's underground as part of personal projects. I am a native Arabic speaker and fluent English speaker. For commissions and inquiries, please contact me at: ​ ******@******.*** ​ +964 ******
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Iraqis began protesting in October of last year and almost immediately, Iraqi police responded with force. Then, militia members and supporters began victimising them, as well. Hear from one protestor who endured a week of captivity with unknown kidnapper
