Topic: Imam Hussein

Shiite pilgrims defy bombings in Iraq to mark Arbaeen

Shiite pilgrims rely on the kindness of Shiites and even some Sunnis who set up hospitality tents along the road to the holy city of Karbala. Both pilgrims and volunteers say they won't be stopped by the risk of violence.

Hezbollah's Nasrallah: Our weapons are increasing

Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah said Hezbollah is well-armed, despite increasing pressure on Syria, a key conduit for weapons to the Shiite militant movement next door in Lebanon.

Meanwhile, in Iraq...

What Arbain in Iraq is like

A story on the 'Iraqi block party on steroids' from our archives.

This year on Ashura, Iran's opposition Green Movement stays below ground

Iran's opposition Green Movement protested in force during the Shiite holiday Ashura a year ago. This year, they're nowhere to be seen. Is the movement finished?

Suicide bombing outside Iran mosque kills dozens

The attack in southeastern Iran came as Shiites commemorated Ashura, one of the most important holidays of the year for Shiites. At least 38 were killed and more than 50 were wounded.

In Iraq, Karbala bombings spark fears of renewed sectarian violence

At least 40 people were killed today in Karbala, where thousands of pilgrims have gathered to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein in AD 680. His death marked the beginning of the Sunni-Shiite split in Islam.

Shiite pilgrims targeted as Iraq bombings intensify

A female suicide bomber killed at least 46 Shiite pilgrims as violence intensifies ahead of elections next month.

Cleric Montazeri stood tall in Iranian opposition movement

Even after the passing of this most respected Islamic scholar, the idea of Montazeri that the legitimacy of leaders comes the people will continue to fuel protests in Iran.

UN calls organizing Iraq elections a "Herculean task"

The UN special representative Iraq elections must be credible and held on time.

With Shiites rising across the region, Saudi Arabia's grow impatient

Older leaders among the minority aim to peacefully address discrimination but warn that younger Shiites are pushing for militancy.

Pilgrims in Iraq: Latest victims of female suicide bombers

At least 40 people were killed at a stop along a major Shiite pilgrimage route to Karbala.

Iraqi voters show preference for can-do over creed

An emerging backlash against rule by religious parties gives opening to technocrats in Jan. 31 provincial elections.

Who is Moqtada al-Sadr?

He is the 'most important and most surprising figure' of the Iraq war.

Who is Moqtada al-Sadr?

He is the 'most important and most surprising figure' of the Iraq war.