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Shiite neighborhoods in Damascus commemorate Ashoura quietly after Assad’s ouster
- Shiite neighborhoods in Damascus commemorated Ashoura quietly following the ouster of Assad during a rebel offensive, leading to subdued observances.
- Hotels that once hosted religious tourists remain empty, resulting in an economic impact on the area.
- The faithful maintained their rituals at shrines and prayer halls, observing strict security measures.
- Soleiman expressed hope that foreign pilgrims will return next year, allowing greater participation in Ashoura celebrations.
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Shiite neighborhoods in Damascus commemorate Ashoura quietly after
DAMASCUS: Shiite pilgrims from Syria and abroad used to flock to the Sayyida Zeinab shrine outside of Damascus every year to commemorate Ashoura, a solemn day marking the 7th-century martyrdom of the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson. In the days leading up to Ashoura, the streets would be lined with black and red mourning banners and funeral tents.
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Shiite neighborhoods in Damascus commemorate Ashoura quietly after Assad’s ouster
DAMASCUS: Shiite pilgrims from Syria and abroad used to flock to the Sayyida Zeinab shrine outside of Damascus every year to commemorate Ashoura, a solemn day marking the 7th-century martyrdom of the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson. In the days leading up to Ashoura, the streets would be lined with black and red mourning banners and funeral tents.
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