Holy Shrines
Husseini mourners from Holy Karbala launch “7th of Imam Hussein Mourning Procession”
July 25, 2024
Husseini mourners from Holy Karbala launch “7th of Imam Hussein Mourning Procession”
Mourners from the residents of Holy Karbala commemorated the 7th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, his family and companions, peace be upon them, through the “7th of Imam Hussein Mourning Procession” at the Imam Ali Holy Shrine in…
Holy Karbala Government expects arrival of 25M pilgrims during Holy Arbaeen
July 24, 2024
Holy Karbala Government expects arrival of 25M pilgrims during Holy Arbaeen
The Local Government of Holy Karbala has taken early measures in preparation for the Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, expecting the arrival of 25 million pilgrims to the city to commemorate this significant occasion. In…
Bani Asad Tribe revives burial anniversary of al-Taff martyrs’ pure bodies
July 20, 2024
Bani Asad Tribe revives burial anniversary of al-Taff martyrs’ pure bodies
The holy city of Karbala witnessed the massive mourning procession of the Bani Asad Tribe, which commemorates the burial anniversary of the al-Taff martyrs’ bodies on the 13th of Muharram, with the participation of the Karbala tribes, amid significant presence…
Shia mourners observe Holy Ashura Rituals in Holy Karbala
July 18, 2024
Shia mourners observe Holy Ashura Rituals in Holy Karbala
In the early hours of Wednesday—the tenth of the holy month of Muharram—tens of thousands of Shia mourners performed the Holy Tatbir Ritual in Holy Karbala in commemoration of the painful martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, his family members and…
Imam Ali Holy Shrine provides security for pilgrims with 3000 cameras
July 16, 2024
Imam Ali Holy Shrine provides security for pilgrims with 3000 cameras
According to the report by Shia Waves Agency, quoting Al-Sumaria News, the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali has announced that its administration has taken all necessary measures to ensure the security of mourners, pilgrims and Husayni Mawakib in the two…
British Ambassador to Iraq expresses pride over visiting Holy Najaf
July 13, 2024
British Ambassador to Iraq expresses pride over visiting Holy Najaf
The British Ambassador to Iraq, Stephen Hickey, expressed his happiness and pride in visiting Holy Najaf and Imam Ali HolyShrine. In a tweet on his official page on “X” (formerly Twitter), the Ambassador said: “It is a great honor to…
Pakistani pilgrims preparing to head to Holy Karbala to observe Holy Pakistani Pilgrims
July 10, 2024
Pakistani pilgrims preparing to head to Holy Karbala to observe Holy Pakistani Pilgrims
Hundreds of thousands of Pakistani pilgrims are embarking on a journey from their homeland to Iraq, passing through Iranian territory on their way to Holy Karbala. They aim to participate in the Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage of Imam Hussain, peace be…
Iran expects over 4M pilgrims to cross land borders this Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
July 9, 2024
Iran expects over 4M pilgrims to cross land borders this Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
The head of Iran’s Road and Land Transport Authority, Dariush Amani, has announced that more than 4.09 million pilgrims are expected to cross Iran’s land borders into Iraq for this year’s Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage. Iranian media reported Amani as saying,…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine launches free internet access during Muharram and Safar
July 8, 2024
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine launches free internet access during Muharram and Safar
The Communications Department affiliated to Imam Hussein Holy Shrine has announced it is providing free internet service for visitors in the area between the two holy shrines and the surrounding areas of the holy shrine of Imam Hussein, around the…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine begins preparations for Ashura rituals
July 8, 2024
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine begins preparations for Ashura rituals
The Imam Hussein Holy Shrine has begun preparations for the Tatbir ritual and the eternal Twairij Run by covering the entrances of the holy shrine with sand to facilitate the movement of participating mourners and to avoid stampede. According to…