Baghdad: The Holy Shrine of Imam Ali (peace be upon him) announced the commencement of the return transportation of pilgrims arriving for the Arba'een commemoration of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him).

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Haider Rahim, head of the shrine's media department, stated that the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali has contributed more than 200 vehicles, large and medium-sized, to the return transportation point located midway between Najaf and Karbala. Rahim emphasized the ongoing efforts to facilitate the safe departure of pilgrims who had gathered in massive numbers for the religious event.

Rahim also noted that the hospitality centers established by the Holy Shrine to serve the pilgrims continue to distribute meals to those returning from Karbala and Najaf. Despite the reverse movement of pilgrims, the influx to the shrine of Imam Ali (peace be upon him) continues, underscoring the ongoing spiritual significance of this annual commemoration.