IQNA – The number of people taking part in Itikaf (religious retreat) ceremonies across Iran in the current Iranian calendar year (began on March 21, 2025) reached 1.25 million.

IQNA – The municipality of Kadhimiya in Iraq is going to implement a special plan to serve pilgrims vising the city on the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Kadhim (AS).

IQNA – The deputy cultural director of the Jamkaran Mosque in Qom, Iran, said more than 16,000 people have registered to participate in the Itikaf (religious retreat) rituals of the month of Rajab.

IQNA – A grand celebration was held in the courtyard of the holy shrine of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf, Iraq, on the eve of the birth anniversary of the Commander of the Faithful (AS).

IQNA – An Iranian official announced the launch of the “Nadhr of Itikaf” campaign, in which people contribute to funding Itikaf rituals in mosques.

IQNA – The holy shrine of Hazrat Abbas (AS) in Karbala, Iraq, hosted its annual celebration on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Imam Jawad (AS).

IQNA – A large number of flowers have been used to decorate the holy shrine of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf, Iraq, as the birth anniversary of the first Imam approaches.

IQNA – As the blessed birth anniversary of Imam Ali (AS) approaches, the flag of the first Imam’s holy shrine was replaced in a ceremony on Sunday.

IQNA – The courtyard of the Imam Ali (AS) holy shrine in Najaf, Iraq, will witness a flag-raising ceremony today, December 28, 2025.

IQNA – The Friday Imam of Karaj, Iran, emphasized the constructive role of Itikaf (religious retreat) in the spiritual growth of society.

IQNA – The 11th Arbaeen International Award will be held in the holy city of Karbala, Iraq, next month.

IQNA – In a message to Catholic Christian leaders and followers, Head of the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization (ICRO) Hojat-ol-Islam Mohammad Mehdi Imanipour hoped 2026 will be a year full of peace, love, and empathy for all followers of divine religions.