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Iraq probes US flag desecration during Sovereignty Day parade

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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has ordered the formation of an investigative committee following reports of a United States flag being desecrated during a recent Sovereignty Day parade in Baghdad. The incident occurred during public celebrations marking the national holiday, prompting an official response from the office of the Commander-in-Chief.

The investigation aims to address the circumstances surrounding the act of desecration. The move reflects the government's efforts to manage diplomatic sensitivities and maintain order during high-profile public events in the capital.

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