11 wounded by security forces as deadline nears for political blocs to agree on new premier; 4 rockets fired at base housing US troops

President Barham Saleh threatens to unilaterally appoint a new premier if a 'consensus candidate' is not named by Saturday

US secretary of state calls on Iraqi government to better protect American facilities as protests against Baghdad and US troops continue and fears of a wider conflict smolder

First direct hit on compound, with one missile hitting cafeteria, after months of close calls; no injuries reported; Iraqi PM condemns attacks, says it could drag country into war

15 killed, dozens wounded as demonstrators, some throwing rocks and Molotov cocktails, call for snap elections and appointment of an independent premier

Supporters of cleric Moqtada Sadr gather for a 'million-strong' protest demanding ouster of American soldiers after killing of Soleimani in US strike

Protests in Iraq reignited last week after a brief lull amid soaring tensions between Washington and Tehran over US drone strike that killed Soleimani

Security forces skirmish with demonstrators on key bridge in Iraqi capital after protests wane in recent weeks amid soaring US-Iran tensions

Populist politician calls for 'million-strong march' after Baghdad MPs vote to expel American troops in aftermath of Soleimani killing

At every tumultuous turn, Iraq's independence has seemingly been ignored by its two closest allies, who happen to be bitter enemies