Aug. 23, 2024

Shiite pilgrimage in Iraq marred by tribal violence, army-PMU clash

Iraq/Security

The story: Separate shootings have marred the commemoration of Arbaeen in southern Iraq—a major pilgrimage in the Shiite religious calendar. The violence has raised alarm as it entails confrontations between tribes, and seen the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU) pitted against the Iraqi army. The bloodshed comes as a surprise since the authorities invest major resources in keeping the south of the country tranquil during Arbaeen...

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