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BAGHDAD, July 1 (KUNA) -- Security authorities imposed a curfew Sunday in
southern areas of the Iraq capital, Baghdad.
A short statement by the Multi-National Force (MNF) said pedestrians and
vehicles would not be allowed on the streets, thereby allowing the execution
of operations in East Rasheed district.
The curfew was imposed upon directive from Iraq security forces and is
limited to his area alone, it said.
Earlier today, a booby-trapped car had exploded in the area, but no
casualties were reported.
The curfew, according to the statement, will continue to 5:00 a.m. (local
time) on Monday. (end)
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