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Shia pilgrimage in Iraq
Millions of pilgrims gathered in Karbala, Iraq for a Shia pilgrimage. The event is marked by devotion and celebration among Iraqi and Iranian participants.
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Pilgrims came to Iraq from all over the world in August. Many Iraqi and Iranian pilgrims walked hundreds of miles in extreme heat to mark the event. Outside the shrines, the atmosphere is almost festive.
2026-08-26 17:36 UTC