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Millions of Shiite Muslim pilgrims are making their way to the Iraqi holy city of Karbala ahead of Arbaeen<\/a>, one of the world\u2019s largest annual religious gatherings.<\/p>\n

Many walk for days while others travel from neighboring countries, including Iran, crossing border checkpoints before continuing toward the Imam Hussein Shrine in Karbala<\/a>. Along the routes, volunteers provide food, water and shelter to those undertaking the pilgrimage.<\/p>\n

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