Karbala, Iraq — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi paid a solemn visit to the holy shrines of Imam Hussein (AS) and Hazrat Abolfazl Abbas (AS) in the sacred city of Karbala during his official visit to Iraq, underscoring the deep religious, cultural, and historical ties between the two neighboring nations.
Upon arriving in Karbala, Araghchi visited the revered shrine of Imam Hussein (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), where he offered prayers and paid tribute to the timeless legacy of sacrifice, justice, and resistance embodied by the martyrs of Karbala. He also visited the shrine of Hazrat Abolfazl Abbas (AS), remembered for his unwavering loyalty, courage, and devotion during the Battle of Karbala.
The visit comes amid continued diplomatic engagements between Tehran and Baghdad, with both countries seeking to strengthen bilateral cooperation across political, economic, security, and religious sectors. Analysts view Araghchi’s pilgrimage as carrying both spiritual significance and diplomatic symbolism, reflecting the enduring importance of Iraq’s holy cities in regional relations.
The shrines of Imam Hussein (AS) and Hazrat Abbas (AS) attract millions of pilgrims annually from across the Muslim world, particularly during Arbaeen, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. These sacred sites remain powerful symbols of faith, sacrifice, and unity for millions of believers.
During his Iraq visit, Araghchi is also expected to hold high-level meetings with Iraqi officials to discuss regional developments, border security, economic cooperation, and ongoing efforts aimed at promoting stability and dialogue across the Middle East.
His visit to the holy shrines highlights the enduring spiritual bond between the peoples of Iran and Iraq while reaffirming the central place of Karbala in the religious consciousness of Muslims worldwide.
Abbas Araghchi in the holy city of Karbala; Prayers and supplications at the graves of Imam Hussain (AS) and Hazrat Abbas (AS)
