Iraqi security forces launched a series of raids in Baghdad's heavily fortified Green Zone early Sunday, arresting several politicians, lawmakers and senior government officials as part of what authorities described as a widening anti-corruption campaign.
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The Green Zone, which houses Iraq's government institutions, parliament, the US embassy and other diplomatic missions, witnessed a heavy deployment of security forces, including armoured vehicles and tanks, according to news agency AFP.
Videos circulating on local Telegram channels showed security personnel carrying out operations inside residential compounds and private homes.
Agency correspondents also reported heightened security at the entrances to the Green Zone as raids extended to other parts of Baghdad.
