Celebrations have erupted in Iraq’s Tahrir Square, where anti-government protesters have been camped out for nearly two months following an announcement by the Iraqi premier that he would be resigning.
The square in central Baghdad has been the epicenter of protests that began Oct. 17 to decry corruption, poor services and lack of jobs.
Shortly after Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi announced his intention to resign Friday, protesters in Tahrir broke out in song and dance in celebration.
A 25-year-old protester, who identified herself by her first name Amira, said the resignation should have come many weeks ago.
"We will not stop with the Prime Minister, we still have more fighting to do. We will push forward until our demands are met."
AP
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