Millions of pilgrims gather in Kadhumiya on martyrdom anniversary of Imam Kadhum, peace be upon him

On the eve of martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa al-Kadhum, peace be upon him, millions of pilgrims gathered at the holy mausoleum of the seventh Imam to mourn the painful occasion.

The courtyard was filled with pilgrims who had traveled to the holy city from across Iraq and other parts of the world.

Following the easing of the coronavirus restrictions, this year witnessed a larger number of pilgrims, with Iraqi authorities estimating that the number will rise to ten million by Sunday evening.

The 25th of the month of Rajab marks the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa al-Kadhum, peace be upon him, who was poisoned by Harun.