Moharram

  • 4 killed in fire, explosion at textile warehouses in Iraqi city of Karbala

    4 killed in fire, explosion at textile warehouses in Iraqi city of Karbala

    Jul 29, 2023 09:35

    As many as four people have been killed after a fire broke out triggering the explosion of fuel tanks at textile warehouses on a street leading to the holy shrine of Imam Hussain (PBUH) in the Iraqi city of Karbala.

  • Afghans observe Tasua, Ashura under Taliban rule

    Afghans observe Tasua, Ashura under Taliban rule

    Jul 29, 2023 09:32

    Muslims in Afghanistan have been commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (Blessings of God upon him and his progeny). This is despite limitations imposed by the ruling Taliban and threats of terrorism.

  • Iranians, Muslims worldwide commemorate Ashura, mourn martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH)

    Iranians, Muslims worldwide commemorate Ashura, mourn martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH)

    Jul 28, 2023 08:44

    Millions of Muslims worldwide are observing Ashura, which commemorates the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the third Shias' Imam and the grandson of Prophet Mohammad (Blessings of God upon him and his progeny).

  • The great sacrifice that immortalized humanitarian values

    The great sacrifice that immortalized humanitarian values

    Jul 28, 2023 15:21

    Condolences to you all on the anniversary of the poignant Day of Ashura, the day when the most bloodcurdling ever tragedy in history occurred, whose scars still pain our hearts, and whose heroic dimensions continue to inspire us to strive for peace and justice in society by standing steadfastness against all kinds of oppressions and oppressors.

  • Ashura procession held in Nigeria

    Ashura procession held in Nigeria

    Jul 28, 2023 14:22

    Thousands of mourners took to the streets of many Nigerian cities and villages to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), grandson and the 3rd infallible successor of Prophet Mohammad (Blessings of God upon him and his progeny), and his 72 loyal companions, who were martyred in Karbala, Iraq in 680 AD.

  • Yemenis commemorate Imam Hussein (PBUH) at noon of Ashura

    Yemenis commemorate Imam Hussein (PBUH) at noon of Ashura

    Jul 28, 2023 14:13

    People of Yemen in the capital of Sanaa and other cities like Taiz, hold massive rallies on Ashura Day to commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his 72 loyal companions who were martyred at the battle of Karbala in 680 AD.

  • Iranians commemorate Ashura across country

    Iranians commemorate Ashura across country

    Jul 28, 2023 13:59

    Iranians from all walks of life marked Ashura by participating in mourning processions in all the cities and towns across the country.

  • Muharram procession targeted in terrorist attack outside Damascus

    Muharram procession targeted in terrorist attack outside Damascus

    Jul 28, 2023 12:10

    A bomb planted in a taxi has exploded outside the Sayeda Zeinab holy shrine in a southern suburb of the capital Damascus, leaving a number of casualties.

  • Shia Muslims in Ankara commemorate Ashura mourning rituals

    Shia Muslims in Ankara commemorate Ashura mourning rituals

    Jul 28, 2023 09:52

    Shia Muslims in Turkish capital city of Ankara, including Iranian nationals residing there, held mourning rituals in commemoration of Imam Hussain's (PBUH) martyrdom anniversary on the Day of Ashura.

  • People of Mashhad hold mourning ceremony on Ashura night

    People of Mashhad hold mourning ceremony on Ashura night

    Jul 28, 2023 09:38

    The mourning ceremony of Imam Hussein (PBUH) on Ashura night was held in Iran's holy city of Mashhad.