Iraqi president names new prime minister

Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi, a Shiite and former communications minister, was appointed prime minister of Iraq by President Barham Salih, after his predecessor lasted two months against violent protests. Allawi declared his support for the protesters, hundreds of whom have been killed, and urged them to carrying on demonstrating until their demands are met.

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