Followers of Shiite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr protested in Shiite enclaves across Iraq on Friday, May 30, 2008, against plans for a long-term security pact that would allow for an extended U.S. military presence in Iraq.
Shiites Across Iraq Protest U.S. Presence Article | BAGHDAD, May 30 -- Thousands of followers of Shiite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr protested Friday in Shiite enclaves across Iraq against plans for a long-term security pact that would allow for an extended U.S. military presence in the country.