Iraqi forces have arrested 14 people they believe were behind the suicide attacks against hotels in central Baghdad on 24 October.
The arrests took place overnight following raids by the commando unit against what was described as 'a terrorist hide-out' in Sayafiah, south of Baghdad.
In the southern city of Basra last night, at least 20 people were killed and 45 others injured in a car bomb attack.
The explosion occurred in the commercial area of the city, as crowds attended shops and restaurants after the daily Ramadan fast.
The attacks appear to have targeted a police patrol, and reports say six officers were among the dead.
An AFP source said at least four cars were totally destroyed by the blast, and rescue workers had to wade through debris to treat the wounded.
