In Iraq, sectarian violence between Sunni and Shia ethnic groups is once again spiking. Journalist Sahar Issa lives in Baghdad. She tells anchor Marco Werman that the hours after prayers on Friday are an especially fearful time in the capital.
Bombings Rip through Iraq in Lead-up to Arab Summit
Iraqi resident and correspondent for McClatchy newspapers Sahar Issa says temperatures are soaring in Baghdad. She tells host Jeb Sharp that Iraqis have very limited access to electricity and fans, and that’s causing anger to build.
Suicide attacks in the central Iraqi city of Baquba have killed more than 30 people and injured dozens more. The attacks come just days before parliamentary elections. Marco Werman talks with Sahar Issa, with McClatchey Newspapers in Baghdad.
There were celebrations throughout Baghdad and other Iraqi cities today as American forces officially handed over control to Iraqi security forces. Anchor Lisa Mullins finds out what’s happening from Sahar Issa.
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