Iraq announces one-day national mourning for death of civilians in Turkish shelling

BAGHDAD, Jul. 21 (YPA) – The Iraqi government has declared one-day national mourning for the death of the civilians in the Turkish shelling of Dohuk province.

Iraq Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, who announced a national day of mourning, deemed the artillery fire a “blatant and flagrant violation” of sovereignty.

Earlier on Wednesday, Turkish shelling targeted the Resort of Berk in Dohuk province, killing eight people and injuring 23.

 On Wednesday, Iraq decided to file a complaint with the Security Council against Turkey.

Al-Kadhimi also directed “state television” to prepare a comprehensive file of Turkey’s ongoing violations and submit them to the Security Council.

E.M