Protests intensify in Iraq: Protesters attack Iranian consulate in Karbala.

Protests intensified in Iraq, after which offices and businesses have stalled, with protesters calling for new elections in the country.

The capital's highways were also blocked, and a large number of students have joined the streets. Engineers, doctors and lawyers have also supported the demonstration. Anti-government protests are intensifying in other cities, including Baghdad.

Protesters have launched a new campaign of civil disobedience and closed all public offices and business centers. Protesters also called for new elections in the country.