Karbala

Iraqi blood spilled in Karbala for the sake of Iran

Iraqi demonstrators are being killed in the streets for demanding an end to a corrupt status quo propped installed by the US and propped up by Iran.

Five dead as Iraqi security forces open fire on Baghdad protesters

Heavy clashes erupted between protesters and security forces in Baghdad where thousands of protesters gathered in defiance of a plea by the prime minister to stand down.

Iraqi protesters attack Iran consulate in Karbala

Anti-government protesters continue to shut down roads and government offices in the Iraqi capital, escalating a month-long string of rallies demanding political change.

Attack kills 12 in Iraqi holy city of Karbala - medics

Iraqi officials said that twelve civilians have been killed and five wounded in an explosion on a bus at the main checkpoint for the northern entrance to Karbala.

Karbala shrine stampede kills at least 31 – Iraq ministry

The accident occurred at a major shrine where Shia pilgrims were marking the holy day of Ashura. Officials say another 100 people are injured.

Between Iran and the US: Iraq's struggles in choosing sides

Baghdad has become the centre of a tug of war between Washington and Tehran, but it's trying its best to maintain a balance between the two rivals while pursuing its own interests.

Will tensions between Bahrain and Iraq trigger a wider political crisis?

Opposition to Bahrain's monarchy has set up shop in Iraq and criticism within Iraq of Bahrain's crackdown on dissidents hasn't gone down well in Manama. The perceived interference in Bahraini affairs could set Iraq on a collision course with the GCC.

The road to Karbala

Millions of Muslims are gathering in the Iraqi city of Karbala for Arbaeen, one of Shia Islam's most important annual events. What exactly is it and why is it so important?

Shia Muslims mark Ashura with mourning processions and self-flagellation

Shia Muslims observe the 9th and 10th of Muharram, the first month of the Lunar calendar, as special days of mourning over the killing of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, during the battle of Karbala, Iraq in the seventh century.

Alevi community marks Muharram across Turkey

Muharram is the first month in the Islamic year and fasting during this time holds a very special place within the Alevi, a community in Turkey that belongs to a branch of Shia Islam.

Millions of Shias gather in Karbala for Arbaeen

The expulsion of Daesh from Iraqi cities added an extra dimension to this year's pilgrimage.

Daesh claims three suicide attacks that killed dozens in Iraq

Daesh targeted an area in southern Iraq used by Shia pilgrims and visitors from neighbouring Iran who are headed for the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala.