Iran Press/ Middle East: Iran Press News Agency shows live footage of the people going to Karbala, from different cities of Iraq, in the largest gathering of the world.
The rituals are annually days before the occasion of Arbaeen, 40 days after Ashura Day, when Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions were martyred in Karbala.
Ashura is the 10th day of Muharram. In 61 AH (October 10, 680 CE), Imam Hussain (AS) and his true companions were martyred in the battle against the army of then-time tyrant Yazid I, led by 'Umar b. Sa'd.
Stay with Iran Press to see the footage daily until the occasion of Arbaeen on September 6.
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Footage: Arbaeen pilgrims proceeding to Karbala
