Najaf is an ancient town. It was historically part of the Babylonian civilisation of Mesopotamia. It is said that many ...

Mourning processions will be taken out in various cities and towns across country to pay homage to martyrs of Karbala. Additional measures have been taken for security of processions.

They were on their way to Karbala in Iraq to take part in the ‘Arbaeen’ pilgrimage, which is held every year to commemorate the death of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad.

At least 31 people have been killed in a stampede during commemorations for the Shia holy day of Ashura in the Iraqi city of Karbala, officials say. A health ministry spokesman said another 100 ...

At least three people were shot dead when protesters attacked the Iranian consulate in the Iraqi holy city of Karbala on Sunday night. The protesters, who demanded that Iran stop interfering in ...