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Iranians Mark The Anniversary Of Death Of Imam Hussein
An Iranian woman is beating herself while participating in a candle-lighting ceremony to mark the anniversary of the death of Imam Hussein, outside a holy shrine in northern Tehran, Iran, on July 16, 2024. Ashura is a significant and sacred day in the Shi'ite calendar, marking the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who was killed in the 7th century Battle of Karbala. (Photo by Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #11414434 |
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| Photographer | Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto |
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