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Iraq: Nationwide curfew lifted, borders open as the security situation stabilized
August 30, 2022
Iraq: Nationwide curfew lifted, borders open as the security situation stabilized
The nationwide curfew imposed by the Iraqi government was lifted today. Borders with Iran have reopened and the security situation is stable. Meanwhile, Najaf and Baghdad international airports announced the continuation of their flights without interruption. Iraq is witnessing the…
Najaf International Airport announces the continuation of its flights
August 30, 2022
Najaf International Airport announces the continuation of its flights
Today, Tuesday, Najaf International Airport announced the continuation of its flights without interruption. Najaf Airport Director Captain Hikmat Ahmed said, in a press statement followed by Shia Waves News Agency, that Najaf International Airport continues with its flights, and no…
Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announces special plan to transport pilgrims during the massive Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 30, 2022
Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announces special plan to transport pilgrims during the massive Arbaeen Pilgrimage
The General Secretariat of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announced that it has developed a special plan to transport pilgrims to and from the main checkpoints in Karbala during the massive Arbaeen Pilgrimage. The Assistant Head of the Mechanisms Department at…
Laila Ikram: The first Muslim judge in Arizona, USA
August 30, 2022
Laila Ikram: The first Muslim judge in Arizona, USA
Recently, many Muslims have assumed many positions in the United States of America, as part of the diversity policy that the American administration seeks to comply with. Laila Ikram, an American woman from North Carolina, was able to hold the…
The Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces ‘Monday’ as first day of mournful month of Safar
August 29, 2022
The Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces ‘Monday’ as first day of mournful month of Safar
The Office of the Supreme Religious Authority, His Eminence, Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, may Allah prolong his life, has announced Monday, August 29, as the first day of the mournful month of Safar. In a brief statement received…
Live broadcast of Arbaeen Walk 2022 on Imam Hussein Media Group
August 29, 2022
Live broadcast of Arbaeen Walk 2022 on Imam Hussein Media Group
Coinciding with the beginning of the mournful month of Safar, the live broadcast of the Arbaeen Walk (1444 AH – 2022 AD) has begun on the screens of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) Media Group. For the 12th year…
Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Al-Haeri announces that he will not continue to address the responsibility of a religious authority
August 29, 2022
Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Al-Haeri announces that he will not continue to address the responsibility of a religious authority
The religious authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Kadhim Al-Haeri, announced that he would not continue to address the responsibility of a religious authority, due to aging and diseases. His Eminence stated in a statement published by his office, “It is clear…
Nigeria: Police attack Husseini mourners in Ashura procession
August 29, 2022
Nigeria: Police attack Husseini mourners in Ashura procession
Dozens were killed and injured as a result of the Nigerian police shooting at a mourning procession commemorating the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, in the north of the country. Media sources in Nigeria reported that…
Imam Shirazi World Foundation calls on Shias to help the affected people in Pakistan
August 29, 2022
Imam Shirazi World Foundation calls on Shias to help the affected people in Pakistan
The Imam Shirazi World Foundation has called on Shias to help those affected in Pakistan by the recent floods. In a statement received by Shia Waves News Agency, the Foundation stated that it had received news of the natural disaster…
Libraries of Imam Hussain and Imam Redha Holy Shrines to expand cooperation
August 29, 2022
Libraries of Imam Hussain and Imam Redha Holy Shrines to expand cooperation
The special library of the Holy Prophet’s Infallible Household in Imam Redha Holy Shrine, northeastern Iran, has signed an MOU with the library of Imam Hussein Holy Shrine in Karbala, Iraq, in a bid to expand cooperation. Deputy of Organization…