Iran closes its borders with Iraq, halts flights amid violence - State TV

Millions of Iranians travel to the Iraqi city of Kerbala every year for the ritual of Arbaeen, which marks the end of a 40-day mourning period for the grandson of the Prophet Mohammad, Imam Hussein.

An aerial view shows Mandali border crossing between Iraq and Iran, in Mandali, Iraq July 11, 2020

An aerial view shows Mandali border crossing between Iraq and Iran, in Mandali, Iraq July 11, 2020

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ByREUTERS

AUGUST 30, 2022 11:00

Updated: AUGUST 30, 2022 16:20