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The shrines of Imam Husayn and his brother Aba Fadl Abbas in Karbala, Iraq, 2022.

‘I can get close to God’: Millions from around the globe participate in religious Arbaeen walk in Iraq

September 6, 2023Sacred Nation

The walk culminates in the city of Karbala to remember the legacy of the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Husayn.

Iraqis put up a poster announcing the upcoming visit of Pope Francis and a meeting with a revered Shiite Muslim leader, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, right, in Najaf, Iraq, March 4, 2021.

Pope Francis’ historic trip to Iraq embraced by many as a welcome boost

March 4, 2021Sacred Nation

University students hold banners as they gather during ongoing anti-government protests in Baghdad, Iraq, Feb. 6, 2020.

Analysis: Iraqi protesters will likely push forward despite violence

February 6, 2020Protest

Comedian Maz Jobrani Explains Mocking Chant Saying Goodbye to Ahmadinejad

September 17, 2013Arts, Culture & Media