Ashura (45)
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All StoriesThe caravan that carried Karbala's truth from blood-soaked sands to history
The return of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS) from Karbala to Medina was not the journey of a defeated caravan, but a mission that carried the message of Imam Hussein (AS) forward through patience, clarity…
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WorldKashmir Mourning Gathering Told: Honor Imam Hussein by Standing Against Oppression
The president of the Shia Religious Association of Jammu and Kashmir has called on Muslims to embody their love for the Prophet's household through righteous conduct, the pursuit of justice,…
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World"A Nation Raised on Ashura Can Never Be Defeated": Iran Envoy Declares US and Israel Powerless
Iran's Ambassador to Russia has declared that adherence to the guardianship (Wilayat) and the culture of martyrdom are the twin pillars of the Iranian nation's power and the secret to its triumph…
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WorldWomen: The Eternal Guardians of Arbaeen and Architects of a Faith-Based Civilization
Women have historically played a pivotal role in the Arbaeen pilgrimage, a legacy that extends from preserving the message of the Ashura uprising to actively participating in civilizational developmen…
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WorldSheikh Zakzaky Says Martyrs’ Sacrifice Will Never Be Forgotten at 12th Anniversary Commemoration in Zaria
The leader of the Islamic movement in Nigeria, Shaikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, delivered a keynote address during the 12th anniversary commemoration of the July 25, 2014 Quds Day massacre, held on Saturday,…
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WorldThe mourning processions commemorate the martyrdom of Imam al-Hasan al-Mujtaba (peace be upon him) at the two holy shrines
The mourning processions commemorated the martyrdom of Imam al-Hasan al-Mujtaba (peace be upon him) on the seventh day of Safar at the holy shrines of Imam al-Hussayn and al-Abbas (peace be upon…
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WorldHe who embodied Ashura
The martyred Leader's historic 2000 speech: "If the enemy tries to exert much pressure here, a tragedy like that of Karbala will take place."
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WorldAshura: The Practical Continuation of Ghadir and Guarantor of Islam's Survival
A prominent Kashmiri cleric has declared that the uprising of Ashura represents the practical extension of the message of Ghadir, standing as the guarantor of the survival of pure Muhammadan…
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WorldProminent Indian Cleric: The Courageous Iranian Nation Embodies the Living Spirit of Ashura and Resistance
The courageous nation of Islamic Iran, inspired by the immortal culture of Karbala, has emerged as a shining symbol of bravery, steadfastness, and unwavering resistance against hegemonic powers,…
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WorldThe Annual Ashura procession in Dearborn
Thousands gathered in the city of Dearborn, to commemorate the eternal legacy of Ashura, participating in a solemn and majestic procession that embodied the loftiest meanings of loyalty to the…
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WorldAyatollah Qassim at the Conclusion of the Ashura Season 2026: “What Have You Spent and What Have You Gained?
The prominent Bahraini cleric, Ayatollah Sheikh Isa Ahmed Qassim, praised the steadfastness of the members of the Resistance front in Southern Lebanon. He stated that they are making sacrifices…
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WorldAshura in Bahrain: Hussaini Rituals as Guardians of Social Identity
The Hussaini rituals in Bahrain are not merely a religious occasion; they constitute one of the most vital institutions of "social memory," which has helped preserve local identity throughout…
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WorldImam Hussein Holy Shrine Organizes Sweeping Ashura Mourning Gatherings Across Nigeria
In a powerful display of transnational religious solidarity, the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine has orchestrated a sweeping series of mourning ceremonies across Nigeria, bringing the message and martyrdom…
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World'Labbayk Ya Hussein': Burundi's Capital Erupts in Mourning as Shia Faithful Commemorate Ashura
With hearts ignited by faith and eyes clouded with sorrow, the Shia community and devotees of the Prophet’s household in Burundi staged a deeply moving commemoration in the capital Bujumbura,…
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WorldTanzanian Shias Renew Allegiance to Imam Hussein's (PBUH) Ideals in Massive Ashura Procession
Hojatoleslam Sheikh Hamid Jalala Mwakindenge, senior sheikh of the Tanzanian Shia community and director of the Imam Sadiq (PBUH) Seminary, joined hundreds of mourners in a solemn Ashura procession…
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World20 Mourning Assemblies Held Across 14 African Nations to Mark Ashura
The Intellectual and Cultural Affairs Department of the Al-Abbas Holy Shrine held 20 mourning assemblies in 14 African countries, commemorating the memory of Ashura and recalling the uprising…
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WorldShrine of Lady Zainab in Damascus marks Ashura with large gathering despite security challenges
Thousands of mourners gathered at the Holy Shrine of Lady Zainab (peace be upon her) in Damascus to commemorate Ashura and the martyrdom of her brother, Imam Hussain (peace be upon him), despite…
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WorldLondon, New York, Istanbul, Sydney: The Year Ashura Marched Into the Global Public Square
Ashura 2026 has demonstrated once again that Karbala is no longer merely a historical memory or a religious ritual. It has become the common language of human conscience. From the Middle East…
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SCHOLARSFrom Karbala to Baghdad: Senior Cleric Says Ashura Defines Shia Political and Spiritual Identity
The Friday Prayer Imam of Baghdad has described Ashura not as a mere historical event, but as a "permanent project for reform," stressing the religious duty of struggle for the establishment…
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SCHOLARSKarbala's Lesson: True Faith Requires Obedience, Not Just Love
A seminary and university lecturer has described the events of Ashura as a school for nurturing people of insight and responsibility, stressing that the defining traits of Imam Hussein’s (AS)…
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World“Justice is something worth fighting for”: NYC Mayor Mamdani attends Ashura ceremony
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended an Ashura mourning ceremony at the Al-Khoei Center in Queens on Thursday, joining members of the Muslim community in commemorating the 10th of Muharram.
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WorldAshura Plan Successfully Facilitates Millions of Mourners in Karbala
The General Secretariat of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the successful implementation of its plan for the Ashura commemorations, which was supervised and monitored in the field…
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WorldAshura; Symbol of Struggle Between Righteousness, Falsehood
Ashura symbolizes the enduring struggle between truth and falsehood. The legacy of Imam Hussein (AS) continues to inspire millions around the world, making Ashura a powerful and enduring symbol…
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WorldAshura night mourning ceremony held beside the site of the heavenly ascension of the martyred Leader
The Ashura night mourning ceremony was held with thousands of people from various walks of life in attendance, next to the Imam Khomeini (ra) Hussainiyah and the site of the heavenly ascension…
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VideoSheikh Qassem: Our Patience Shapes Future, Overturns Equations, and Breaks Tyrants
Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem addressed on Thursday the central Ashura council, highlighting the sublimity of the Resistance whose greatness cannot be matched.
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WorldImam Hussein's uprising echoes through Kenya as masses embrace Ashura message
Mourning ceremonies commemorating the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH) are continuing with overwhelming participation across Kenya, with hundreds of believers gathering in various…
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HOWZAHEnemy investing heavily in sowing discord among Muslim Ummah: Senior cleric
A senior Iranian cleric has warned that the enemy is channeling significant resources into creating divisions within the Muslim Ummah as part of a deliberate strategy to undermine the institution…
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SCHOLARSIranians ready to sacrifice all for Imam Hussein's path, says senior cleric
Hojatoleslam Seyed Ali Akbar Ojaqnejad has stated that the Iranian people have proven their mettle in various arenas, demonstrating that they are prepared to sacrifice their lives in defense…
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WorldQom becomes hub of Islamic solidarity on Ashura
This year’s Ashura commemoration at the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Masoumeh (SA) transcended a simple mourning ceremony, evolving into a powerful symbol of unity on the ground. An intelligent synergy…
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HOWZAHAshura Goes Global: Karbala's Discourse Inspiring Worldwide Revolt Against Modern-Day Yazids
A senior seminary scholar says the discourse of Ashura is increasingly resonating worldwide, serving as a complete model for the struggle between truth and falsehood that continues to manifest…
