Iranian Red Crescent and Iraqi Interior Minister Collaborate to Enhance Arbaeen Pilgrimage Safety and Medical Support

Monday, August 05, 2024  Read time1 min

SAEDNEWS: Head of Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) Pirhossein Koolivand met and held talks with Iraqi interior minister regarding the facilitation of Arbaeen travel.

Iranian Red Crescent and Iraqi Interior Minister Collaborate to Enhance Arbaeen Pilgrimage Safety and Medical Support

According to SAEDNEWS, Koolivand, the esteemed special representative of the president at the Arbaeen Central Headquarters, engaged in productive discussions with the Iraqi Minister of Interior regarding the latest coordination efforts to facilitate the Arbaeen pilgrimage.

This collaboration signifies a commitment to ensuring the health and safety of Iranian pilgrims making their way to the sacred city of Karbala.

During this important meeting, a significant milestone was achieved as a license was issued for the helicopters of the Iranian Red Crescent Society to operate over Iraqi airspace during the Arbaeen rituals. This highlights the strong partnership between the two nations in supporting the needs of pilgrims.

Moreover, the meeting also addressed the licensing of ambulances from the Iranian Red Crescent Society to enter Iraqi territory, along with the importation of essential medical equipment and supplies. These efforts underscore a shared dedication to providing high-quality medical and treatment services to those participating in this revered pilgrimage.