Karbala bridge collapse kills two; MPs blame rushed election projects

An under-construction bridge collapsed in Karbala, killing two people and injuring at least seven. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani ordered an investigation, but lawmakers accused his government of rushing projects before elections and awarding contracts to unqualified firms.

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Bridge collapse in Karbala leaves two cars trapped under rubble

The occupants of one of the trapped vehicles have been rescued, with efforts to extract those in the other car ongoing, according to a statement from Karbala Governor Nassif Jassim al-Khattabi's office.

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Over 600 hospitalized after chlorine gas leak in Karbala

The gas leak came from a water directorate project on the Karbala-Najaf road

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Iraq ramps up logistics ahead of Ashura

Shiite Muslims walk in a procession towards Karbala's Imam Hussein Shrine during a mourning ritual on the ninth day of the Muslim month of Muharram, in the lead-up to Ashura, on July 4, 2025. Photo: AFP

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Iraqi army engage in skirmish with PMF in Karbala, no casualties reported: source

Members of the Iraqi army and a group affiliated with the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) exchanged fire in Karbala at the early hours of Thursday, no casualties reported.

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Iraq Ashura preparations: extra services and security

The Iraqi government has mobilized extensively for the Ashura pilgrimage in Karbala, bolstering fuel and health services, offering free internet access, and intensifying security measures.

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Iraqi, Iranian Interior Ministers coordinate for Ashura pilgrimage

Iraqi and Iranian officials review security measures for the upcoming Ashura in Karbala province.

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Iraqi security forces arrest drug dealers in joint operation

Iraqi authorities arrested two drug dealers in Karbala and Basra, seizing 1.5 kilograms of crystal meth in a joint operation.

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Karbala prepares comprehensive plans for Ashura

Karbala prepares extensive service and security measures for Muharram and Ashura pilgrimages.

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