Thousands of pilgrims from various countries continue entering Iraq via Munthiriya in Diyala, describing the Arbaeen pilgrimage as an unparalleled spiritual experience that showcases deep-rooted faith and cultural solidarity. Retired Iranian professor Ahmad Safavi and former Azerbaijani diplomat Homa Qardaq sung praises of the event’s scale and hospitality, while a Pakistani first-time pilgrim recounted being served food by a disabled man—defying negative media portrayals of Iraq.
