Violence break out after Iraq 's deputy prime minister arrives to address protesters . Some demonstrators called for him to resign and threw stones at the stage , witnesses said . The violence ends after nearly a week of violence . The move left the once-ruling minority disaffected , which contributed to years of bloody insurgency and sectarian warfare . Sunni demonstrators say the government is treating them like second - class citizens .
Violence break out after Iraq 's deputy prime minister arrives to address protesters . Some demonstrators called for him to resign and threw stones at the stage , witnesses said . The violence ends after nearly a week of violence . Sunni demonstrators say the government is treating them like second - class citizens .