Iraq
Shia Muslims from Georgia Join Millions for Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 23, 2024
Shia Muslims from Georgia Join Millions for Arbaeen Pilgrimage
Like millions worldwide, many Shia Muslims from Georgia have begun their journey for the Arbaeen pilgrimage, Iqna reported yesterday. They are among pilgrims from Iraq, Iran, Lebanon, Bahrain, Pakistan, and Afghanistan participating in this annual event. According to the Islamic…
Director of Karbala Studies and Research Center Emphasizes Global Impact of Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 23, 2024
Director of Karbala Studies and Research Center Emphasizes Global Impact of Arbaeen Pilgrimage
In a recent interview on Imam Hussein TV Persian, Abdul Amir Qureshi, the director of the Karbala Studies and Research Center, emphasized the significance of the Arbaeen pilgrimage and emphasizes its impact on a global scale. During the interview, Qureshi…
Iraq: Communications and Media Commission announces major infrastructure upgrades ahead of Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 22, 2024
Iraq: Communications and Media Commission announces major infrastructure upgrades ahead of Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage
The Iraqi Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has announced significant infrastructure upgrades to Iraq’s telecommunications network in preparation for the upcoming Arbaeen pilgrimage. These measures aim to ensure optimal communication services and network coverage during the mass pilgrimage. In a…
Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage of Imam Hussein Unfolding Amid Generous Reception of Iraqis
August 21, 2024
Holy Arbaeen Pilgrimage of Imam Hussein Unfolding Amid Generous Reception of Iraqis
The annual Arbaeen commemoration of Imam al-Hussein’s martyrdom, peace be upon him, has witnessed a historic influx of pilgrims from around the world. According to official figures, nearly 3 million pilgrims have entered Iraq through various entry points during the…
Iraq: Ya Zainab Route in Tuz Khurmatu hosts first central Husseini Mawakib and Procession
August 18, 2024
Iraq: Ya Zainab Route in Tuz Khurmatu hosts first central Husseini Mawakib and Procession
For the first time, the Iraqi city of Tuz Khurmatu witnessed the launch of a large central Mawkib to serve the pilgrims of the Holy Arbaeen of Imam Hussain, peace be upon him, along the “Ya Zainab” route, which passes…
Millions of fish perish in Iraq’s drought-stricken marshlands due to lack of rainfall, rising temperatures
August 18, 2024
Millions of fish perish in Iraq’s drought-stricken marshlands due to lack of rainfall, rising temperatures
A massive fish die-off in the drought-stricken marshlands of southern Iraq has sparked warnings from officials about a looming “environmental and economic catastrophe.” “Hawizeh Marshes have seen millions of fish die due to the failure to release water, leading to…
First floor of Talle Zainabiyyah Inaugurated Ahead of Arbaeen
August 18, 2024
First floor of Talle Zainabiyyah Inaugurated Ahead of Arbaeen
Local sources announced the opening of the first floor of Talle Aqilah of Bani Hashem Sayyida Zainab al-Kubra, peace be upon her, in the holy city of Karbala. It should be noted that this part of the development project of…
Over Two Million Pilgrims, Including 450,000 Foreigners, Cross into Iraq for Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 18, 2024
Over Two Million Pilgrims, Including 450,000 Foreigners, Cross into Iraq for Arbaeen Pilgrimage
As the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage is unfolding, over 2.2 million pilgrims have crossed from Iran into Iraq, Shafaq News reported today citing Majid Mirahmadi, Iran’s Deputy Minister of Interior. Among them, more than 450,000 are foreign pilgrims. The influx includes…
Director of Karbala Red Crescent Operations Department Reports on Measures to Serve Arbaeen Pilgrims
August 14, 2024
Director of Karbala Red Crescent Operations Department Reports on Measures to Serve Arbaeen Pilgrims
Salam Karbala program aired on the Imam Hussain TV Farsi hosted, on Wednesday, Adnan Javad, the director of the Red Crescent Operations Department of the holy city of Karbala. In this program, he answered the questions raised about the services…
Imam Hussein’s Flag of 210 Meters Marches from Faw to Karbala
August 10, 2024
Imam Hussein’s Flag of 210 Meters Marches from Faw to Karbala
On the path of pilgrims in Basra, a young man from Safwan continues a remarkable annual tradition by carrying one of the largest flags commemorating Imam Hussein, which adorns the route from Ra’s al-Bisha in Faw to the Shrine of…