Iraq protesters block roads over activist killing

Protesters burned tyres and blocked roads in the Iraqi city of Karbala on Sunday, a day after a prominent civil activist was killed by unknown armed men in the city.

Ihab al Wazni was a leading figure of October protests against the government in the city - his funeral was held on Sunday morning.

Protesters blocked main roads leading to the city's al Ahrar Square and demanded authorities reveal the identity of Wazni's killer.

"Ihab al Wazni's blood wasn't in vain, since there are Ihab's free men. He was planting, and this is the harvest of Ihab al Wazni. We are all your brother, your students, and your children. Your blood wasn't wasted," said one protester.