In photos: Arbaeen pilgrims find solace along Iraq’s palm groves, Euphrates

Walking through Iraq’s lush palm groves and alongside the flowing Euphrates River offers Arbaeen pilgrims a welcome respite from the long journey. The route becomes even more memorable as local residents warmly welcome visitors and generously share everything they have, embodying the spirit of hospitality and devotion that defines the Arbaeen pilgrimage, the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (PBUH) at the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE.