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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.

Nigeria police killed at least 12 mourners – Shia group

Members of the banned Islamic Movement of Nigeria attending Ashura processions were killed when police opened fire on Tuesday, according to the group's statement, a claim police refuse to comment on.

Three brutal days in Afghanistan turn revelry to mourning

Afghanistan's Independence Day celebrations have been ripped apart by a series of attacks as Afghans face a concerted push from Daesh in the country.

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?

Suicide bomber kills at least 31 at Baghdad Shia gathering

Another bloody weekend in Iraq as sectarian violence shows no signs of abating.

Afghan Shias bury Kabul attack victims amid Ashura mourning

Members of Afghanistan's minority Shia community are questioning the state's security arrangements after Daesh-claimed attacks killed dozens in the country during Ashura.

Dozens killed in attacks on holy day in Afghanistan

A bombing in the northern city of Balkh marks the second time in 24 hours that Shia Muslims were targeted in the country.

14 killed in attack on shrine in Kabul

An attack on Shiite worshipers at a prominent shrine was carried out by at least two gunmen on the Islamic holy day of Ashura.

Muslims around the world observe Ashura

Ashura is a day of remembrance Muslims around the world commemorate with various traditions, ceremonies and dishes.