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Millions of Pilgrims Converge on Karbala to Honor Imam Hussein in Arbaeen

Millions of pilgrims have converged on Iraq’s holy city of Karbala to commemorate Arba’een, the 40th day since the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the third Shia Imam.

The Crowds of Arbaeen Pilgrims Reach its Peak in Al-Muthanna

Newsletter of the Visitors of the Arba’een 1440 AH: The movement of the visitors walking from the southern provinces towards Karbala, reaches its peak in al-Muthanna province.

One Iranian Pilgrim Killed, 10 Injured in Eastern Iraq

One Iranian pilgrim has been killed and 10 other injured in a road accident in Iraq’s eastern Wasit governorate, an official with the governorate’s health center said.

Quranic Booths Launched in Basra for Arbaeen Pilgrims

A number of Quranic booths have started operating in Iraq’s Basra province as some pilgrims began their journey on foot to the holy city of Karbala for Arbaeen

Special Stations Erected Along the Roads Leading to Karbala During Arbaeen

The Quran House of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has launched the Quranic Stations Project for Arbaeen under the auspices of the Islamic Seminary in Najaf.

Iraq Rejects US Claim of Iran Role in Basra

Iraq’s Foreign Ministry has dismissed accusations by the United States that Iran is to blame for recent violence — including through alleged militant groups — in the southern Iraqi city of Basra, where Washington recently closed its consulate.

Iran Firm in Fighting Terrorism Hubs: FM Spox

Iran is firmly determined to fight constantly with the hubs creating and training terrorism, Iran's foreign ministry spokesman said hours after the country's missile attack against the terrorists' bastion in Syria.

US Shut Consulate in Iraq's Basra, Unjustified: Iran

Iran has dismissed "unjustifiable" claims made by the United States for shutting down its consulate in the southern Iraqi city of Basra, saying the move is part of a blame game played by Washington.

Iraqi PM Sacks Basra Army Commander due to Violent Demos

Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi on Thursday dismissed Lieutenant-General Jamil al-Shammari, an army commander in Basra, against the backdrop of ongoing violent protests in the country’s south.

Iraqis Decry Attack on Iran Consulate

Iraqis from different walks of life have staged a march in the southern city of Basra to condemn a recent attack on Iran’s consulate in the city.

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