Embattled Iraqi Turkmen take up arms against militants

AFP English 2014-06-25

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In the Iraqi town of Taza Khurmatu, a motley brigade of Shiite Turkmen locals are defending their homes from encroaching Sunni militants. They are armed with assault rifles, machine guns and a few rocket-propelled grenade launchers. Duration: 00:52
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