IRAQ - Record pilgrimage in Karbala: anti-Shia attack kills one, wounds four [AN]

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A deadly mortar round hits a western section of the holy city. Victims include local residents. This year, the number of pilgrims hits record levels: 17.5 million visitors, including 13 million Iraqis, plus 4.5 million foreigners from 60 countries. Government security measures prove strong enough to resist onslaught by the Islamic State and other Sunni extremist groups.

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