Millions join Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq amid regional tensions and fears of US-Iran escalation
Iraq said more than 4.88 million pilgrims entered for the observance as regional tensions raised fears of further U.S.-Iran escalation.
- On Tuesday, millions of Shiite Muslims observed the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, an event occurring 40 days after Ashura, amid regional tensions and fears of U.S.-Iran escalation.
- The Office of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces reported Monday that more than 4.88 million pilgrims entered Iraq since the start of Muharram, with arrivals from various countries ongoing.
- Among the high-profile visitors was Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who arrived in Najaf on Monday and continued to Karbala, where pilgrims observed Iranian flags were particularly visible.
- Closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted Iraqi oil exports, and with more than 90% of state revenues derived from oil, Iraq's economy faces significant vulnerability.
- Baghdad currently wrestles with disarming its network of militias, though the Iran-backed group Kataib Hezbollah rejected these calls, complicating Iraq's balancing act between Washington and Tehran.
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Millions join Karbala Arbaeen pilgrimage amid fresh US-Iran escalation fears
Millions of Shiite pilgrims gathered in Karbala for the annual Arbaeen observance amid regional tensions. The massive turnout underscored Iraq's delicate balance between religious solidarity, economic strain and US-Iran pressure.
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Millions join Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq amid regional tensions and fears of US-Iran escalation
Millions of Shiite Muslims are observing the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq, despite regional tensions and fears of escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Millions of Shia Muslims gather in Iraq’s Karbala to mark Arbaeen
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – Millions of Shia Muslim pilgrims are gathering in the Iraqi holy city of Karbala to mark Arbaeen under tight security measures. The tremendous procession follows the yearly 40-day mourning period for Imam Hussein, the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson. Iraqi officials anticipate that up to 22 million pilgrims will visit the city. More than 4.5 million foreign travelers from 172 different countries have entered Iraq, including…
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