WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT. The holiday, known as the holy Day of Ashura, is celebrated by Shi'ite Muslims, and mourns the death of Imam Hussein on the battlefield in the 7th Century.

Shiite Muslims around the world are marking Ashoura, a holy day symbolizing sacrifice and martyrdom that holds special significance for many this year after months of war in Iran…

Shiite Muslims in the U.S. and worldwide have been observing a period of mourning leading to the day of Ashoura, which marks the seventh-century killing of Hussein, the grandson…

By Ahmed SaeedKARBALA, Iraq, June 25 (Reuters) - Carrying photos of loved ones killed in the war with the U.S. and Israel, Iranian pilgrims crossed into the Iraqi holy city of…

Experience the solemnity of Ashura in Hyderabad, where mourning rituals and heartfelt recitations honor Imam Husain's martyrdom during Moharram.

State-backed Ashura events showcase leaders killed by US, Israel, seen as martyrs in the mould of Imam Hussein.

Shiite Muslims have marked Ashoura, a significant day on their calendar, with large gatherings in Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and other parts of the world.

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT. The holiday, known as the holy Day of Ashura, is celebrated by Shi'ite Muslims, and mourns the death of Imam Hussein on the battlefield in the 7th…