Iraqi soldiers set up first Husseini procession in Jurf al-Sakhar

 The first Husseini caravan was held in Jurf al-Sakhar area after being purged form IS terrorists during the past few days.

According to reports, the caravan was held by the Iraqi soldiers who took part in the liberating operation of Jurf al-Sakhar.

Babylon Provincial Council announced that the name of Jurf al-Sakhar was changed into Jurf al-Nasr .

Many Iraqi cities witness practicing various Husseini rituals to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him. Millions of pilgrims pour into the holy city of Karbala to mark Ashura’s incident.