Artillery units of Hashd al-Shaabi, which is led and supported by the Islamic Republic of Iran, once again on Wednesday shelled Hanjira Mount and surrounding areas near Tuz Khurmatu, like reported by basnews.com.
Social activists said the Shi’ite militias had claimed the shelling was targeting armed groups in the area.
Since the Hashd al-shaabi and Iraqi troops have taken over Kirkuk, Tuz Khurmatu and other disputed Kurdish territories, bombardments on these areas takes place on daily basis. It has caused great panic among civilians.
However, the majority of the residents have already escaped their homes in the disputed Kurdish territories. Most of them are now residing in the Kurdistan Region.
Remaining locals have formed residence groups in the area to stand against Hashd al-Shaabi’s subversive actions at their homes.
The United Nations previously expressed concern over human rights abuses in Tuz Khurmatu. However, the violations not only continue up to the moment.
