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Several thousand Shia Muslims took part in the 30th annual Arbaeen procession in London today, ending 40 days of mourning after the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Husain. London, UK. 30/01/2011

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Shia Muslims 30th London Arbaeen Procession

Several thousand Shia Muslims took part in the 30th annual Arbaeen procession in London today, ending 40 days of mourning after the anniversary of...

by Peter Marshall in United Kingdom on 30/01/2011

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London Arbaeen Procession

More than five thousand Shia Muslims came to Marble Arch today, Sunday 7 Feb 2010, for the 28th annual Arbaeen procession in London, commemorating...

by Peter Marshall in United Kingdom on 07/02/2010

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