Deadly Baghdad Violence Condemned by Iraqi Cleric Moqtada al-Sadr

BAGHDAD—Moqtada al-Sadr, the Islamic cleric whose withdrawal from public life triggered deadly clashes in the Iraqi capital this week, condemned his supporters for attacking safety forces and referred to as on them to depart town’s Green Zone.

In a televised speech, Mr. Sadr appeared indignant and apologized for the conduct of his followers, often known as Sadrists, who on Monday attacked Iraqi safety forces defending the realm of Baghdad that homes authorities buildings and embassies. The nightlong battle left 22 individuals lifeless and greater than 100 injured, Iraqi authorities said.