Religious Events

This year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage from Najaf to Karbala saw a significant increase in efforts to accommodate elderly pilgrims and those with mobility limitations. Volunteer groups and mawkibs (pilgrim rest stops) introduced accessible routes, specialized accommodations, and dedicated assistance, ensuring a…

Based on an article by Syed Zubair Ahmad on Muslim Mirror Network, Arbaeen is one of the most significant religious observances for Shia Muslims, marking the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him). The article…

According to an article published on the renowned news outlet Reuters, a powerful display of devotion unfolds annually in Iraq as millions of Shi’ite Muslims undertake the Arbaeen pilgrimage. The report, by Alaa Al-Marjani of Reuters, mentions that for many…

According to Shia Waves Persian, the Arbaeen pilgrimage was commemorated in utmost glamour and glory with millions converging at the Holy Shrines over the past few days, culminating with devotional prayers and Ziyarah on Thursday night and Friday. It also…

Arbaeen is a unique event of faith, sacrifice, and solidarity that is shaped not by dry economic logic but by divine love and belief, breaking through national and cultural borders. This event presents a model of a true civilization to…

According to Shia Waves Persian, Shia communities in Afghanistan and Pakistan are confronting mounting obstacles in their preparations for this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage, with unresolved visa issues, restrictive security measures, and outright bans threatening participation. In Afghanistan, uncertainty persists over…

In the lead-up to the Arba’een pilgrimage, Iraqi and Iranian authorities, along with local communities, are implementing a series of measures to accommodate the millions of pilgrims traveling to Karbala. These initiatives range from offering free transportation and enhancing hygiene…

The annual Arba’een pilgrimage, a monumental religious observance, has transcended its traditional scope to become a significant global event with immense potential for cultural diplomacy. A new article, “The Role of Women in the Cultural Diplomacy of Arbaeen: An International…

Commemorative events marking the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hassan al-Mujtaba (peace be upon him), the second Imam of Muslims, have been held in various locations across Iraq, Iran, and Madagascar. In the holy city of Qom, Iran, the office of…

Imam Hassan al-Mujtaba (peace be upon him), the first child of Imam Amir al-Mu’minin and Fatima al-Zahra (peace be upon them), and the second Imam of Muslims, according to all Shia sources and the vast majority of Sunni sources, was…