Protesters storm Swedish embassy in Baghdad

Videos circulating on social media depicted the chaotic scene, with a considerable number of protesters breaching the embassy's perimeter, and thick black smoke and flames emanating from the building.

The impending protest in Sweden, scheduled for Thursday, follows a recent incident where an individual set fire to pages of the Quran outside Stockholm's main mosque, sparking widespread outrage and condemnation globally, including in Iraq.

Swedish authorities claimed that that they had issued a permit for a "public gathering" outside the Iraqi embassy in Stockholm, but refrained from providing further details on the demonstrators' specific intentions, despite media reports suggesting plans to burn the Quran.

Local sources report that the protesters eventually retreated from the Swedish Embassy after making their point against the act of burning the sacred Quran.

This incident highlights the heightened sensitivity and tensions surrounding the issue.

The protest is a sign of the deep anger and resentment felt by many Muslims in Iraq over the desecration of their holy book.

The incident also highlights the need for greater understanding and respect between different cultures and religions.

Showing respect for Muslims' holy book, the Quran, is an essential aspect of promoting mutual understanding, religious tolerance, and fostering peaceful coexistence among people of different faiths. (ILKHA)