Iraqi gay youths face murderous campaign

Perhaps dozens of young Iraqi men and boys suspected of being gay have been murdered inrecent weeks, as news reports describe some being found with their skulls crushed by cement blocks. So far the attacks appear to target young men who dress in "emo" style.  Iraqi officials say they are unsure what groups are behind the killing spree, but the government itself has said emo youths are a menace, and has labeled their style of dress “Satanic.” 

“It’s a clear war on sexual minorities on Iraq. They are refusing to admit it,” said Ali Hili, a London-based gay Iraqi activist who claims that as many as 750 gay Iraqis have been murdered during the past six years.