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2024-08-25 19:17
Ruholamin unveils new painting at Karbala to mark Arbaeen
TEHRAN- Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin has created a new artwork beside the holy shrines of Imam Hussein (AS) and his brother Hazrat Abbas (AS) in Karbala, to commemorate Arbaeen.
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2024-08-19 21:44
By Wesam Bahrani
Arbaeen this year: All eyes on Gaza
Pilgrims from around the world raise the Palestinian flag
TEHRAN - The U.S.-backed Israeli genocidal war in Gaza has prompted this year’s Arbaeen, the largest annual pilgrimage in the world, to raise awareness about Palestine.
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2024-08-17 18:02
Dehloran hosts handicrafts exhibit for Arbaeen pilgrims
TEHRAN - As millions of pilgrims embark on their annual pilgrimage to Iraq’s holy city of Karbala for Arbaeen, the Dehloran region in Ilam province has set up an expanded sales exhibition featuring local handicrafts along the return route.
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2024-08-12 17:55
Marine service launched for Arbaeen pilgrims
TEHRAN – On Monday, Iranian Transport and Urban Development Minister Mehrdad Bazrpash announced the launch of a new marine service to facilitate the journey of Arbaeen pilgrims.
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2024-08-09 17:32
Tehran-Najaf bus line introduced for Arbaeen pilgrims
TEHRAN – A bus line, connecting Tehran to Najaf, has been launched in the Iranian capital in anticipation of the upcoming Arbaeen pilgrimage, which will reach its climax on August 25.
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2024-08-05 18:00
4.5m Iranians expected to attend Arbaeen pilgrimage
TEHRAN - Over 4.5 million Iranian pilgrims have been estimated to attend this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage destined for the holy city of Karbala, an official said on Monday.
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2024-07-29 18:08
Tehran festival to commemorate Arbaeen’s heritage
TEHRAN - The first-ever international festival dedicated to Arbaeen’s cultural and historical heritage will be held in Tehran on August 4 and 5.
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2024-07-24 18:03
Kermanshah handicrafts to be on view for Arbaeen trekkers
TEHRAN - As millions of pilgrims prepare for their annual on-foot journey to Iraq’s holy city of Karbala to commemorate Arbaeen, Kermanshah province has announced an increase in the number of handicraft stalls along the pilgrimage route.
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2024-07-07 15:20
Muharram unites people from different backgrounds
TEHRAN - Once again the Iranian nation is overwhelmed by the month of Muharram. Black banners and draperies are seen all over the country. People in dark dresses attend mourning congregations.
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2024-06-19 18:25
Iran, Iraq to host pilgrimage car rally
TEHRAN - This fall, Iran and Iraq will jointly host a pilgrimage car rally, a 4,000-kilometer journey from Karbala to Mashhad and back.
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2023-09-24 21:28
By Sondos Al-Asaad
The Arba’aen Walk: an annual spontaneous conference against global tyranny
More than 20 million pilgrims have participated in the Arba’aen Walk from different countries to express their condolences to Imam Hussein, peace be upon him.
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2023-09-06 23:28
Arbaeen pilgrimage: Iran thanks Iraq for hospitality
TEHRAN —Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian on Tuesday thanked his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein for great deal of efforts to host millions of Iranian pilgrims who join Arabeen procession.
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2023-09-06 00:41
Over 30 million pilgrims expected in Karbala: governor
Four million Iranians in Iraq
The number of pilgrims flocking to Karbala to participate in this year’s Arbaeen rituals will exceed 30 million, the governor of the shrine city of Karbala predicts, Press TV reported on Tuesday.
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2023-09-04 18:34
Over 14 million pilgrims arrive in Karbala on Arbaeen occasion
TEHRAN—The number of pilgrims visiting the holy city of Karbala has exceeded 14 million, the Karbala governor has said.
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2023-09-04 18:23
By Afshin Majlesi
Arbaeen pilgrimage: A journey of faith and unity
TEHRAN—Once again, the world’s largest annual religious gathering is in full swing to convey a message of truth, peace, culture, and revolution against oppression inspired by the third Shia Imam (AS).
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2023-09-03 18:17
Mashhad expects travel boom as Iran relaxes COVID rules
TEHRAN—The number of foreign arrivals in Mashhad is expected to double during the last ten days of Safar, the second month of the lunar Islamic calendar in which Shia Muslims hold special mourning services.
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2023-09-02 18:34
Arbaeen pilgrimage: number of Iranians visiting Karbala up 12% y/y
TEHRAN—The number of Iranian pilgrims visiting Iraq’s Karbala has soared 12 percent over the past few days compared to the same period last year.
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2023-09-01 16:56
Iranian media mukab begins work in Karbala
TEHRAN –An Iranian mukab, dedicated to the media persons, has begun its work in Karbala, the director of the mukab has announced.
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2023-08-28 15:48
Arbaeen pilgrimage extends Iran-Iraq cultural ties, social unity
TEHRAN – Over the past decade, the Arbaeen Walk has brought about numerous changes and advancements in the economic and cultural aspects of regional countries, however, its significance as a powerful force of civilization often goes unnoticed and receives little attention.
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2023-08-27 17:11
Arbaeen pilgrims at Mehran border
People from all walks of life are heading to the holy city of Karbala to attend the Arbaeen pilgrimage.
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2023-08-22 17:45
By Samaneh Aboutalebi
7th Arbaeen Pilgrimage Intl. Theater Festival set to begin at Iranian borders
TEHRAN- The 7th edition of the Arbaeen Pilgrimage International Theater Festival will commence at the Iranian borders with Iraq on Wednesday, the director of the Art Bureau's Center for Dramatic Arts Kurosh Zarei said in a press conference on Tuesday.
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2023-08-15 23:10
Iraq expects five million pilgrims for Arbaeen rituals
TEHRAN – Iraqi Interior Minister has said his county is ready to host five million foreign pilgrims participating in the Arbaeen religious rituals.
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2023-08-14 18:22
Kermanshah to showcase handicrafts for Arbaeen pilgrims
TEHRAN – Kermanshah tourism directorate plans to set up handicraft stalls on the path of Arbaeen pilgrims across the border city.
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2023-08-08 18:23
Iraq to issue special permits for Iranian pilgrims having no passports
TEHRAN – Iraq considers issuing special permits for Iranian travelers having no passports to enter the neighboring country for the Arbaeen pilgrimage.
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2023-08-05 19:37
Veteran tazieh performer Abbas Javaheri commemorated in Isfahan
TEHRAN – Renowned Iranian tazieh performer Abbas Javaheri was honored during a ceremony held in the city of Khomeini Shahr, central Isfahan province on Thursday.
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2023-07-28 18:14
By Samaneh Aboutalebi
Portrayal of Ashura through the lens of Iranian cinema: Part 8
TEHRAN – "Mokhtarnameh" was one of the most successful television productions, garnering a large number of actors.
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2023-07-25 18:43
By Samaneh Aboutalebi
Portrayal of Ashura through the lens of Iranian cinema: Part 7
TEHRAN – “Mokhtarnameh” by Davud Mirbaqeri can be considered as the greatest television project in the history of Iranian television to this day.
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2023-07-23 18:34
By Samaneh Aboutalebi
Portrayal of Ashura through the lens of Iranian cinema: Part 5
TEHRAN – TV series based on religious themes, particularly Ashura event, are produced annually with various directors.
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2023-07-21 16:39
By Samaneh Aboutalebi
Portrayal of Ashura through the lens of Iranian cinema: Part 3
TEHRAN – Creating films centered on the Ashura incident and the public's response to them has paved the way for the production of television series exploring this compelling subject.
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2023-07-19 16:40
By Samaneh Aboutalebi
Portrayal of Ashura through the lens of Iranian cinema: Part 2
“The Fateful Day” by Shahram Asadi: “The Fateful Day” was directed by Shahram Asadi in 1995 based on a play on the Karbala tragedy written by celebrated Iranian director and playwright Bahram Beizai.