The Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced that it received and treated 1,966 critical humanitarian cases during the first half of this year through its network of medical facilities in Karbala. The initial cost of treatment exceeded two billion Iraqi dinars, with total expenses expected to rise as ongoing cases continue.

Ahmed Redha Al-Khafaji, General Coordinator of Humanitarian Affairs at the Holy Shrine, confirmed that these cases were managed in line with the directives of Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalaey, the representative of the Supreme Religious Authority. He noted that many of the cases were identified through public appeals circulated on social media and satellite channels, as well as those presented directly during Sheikh Al-Karbalaey’s daily meetings with citizens at the Shrine.

“The current treatment costs have already surpassed two billion dinars, and with some patients still undergoing medical procedures, the total may reach three billion dinars,” Al-Khafaji said. “These efforts are part of the Holy Shrine’s ongoing humanitarian mission to provide free medical care to all segments of society, regardless of religion, ethnicity, or region.”

The majority of patients were treated at Imam Zain Al-Abideen Hospital, Safir Al-Imam Al-Hussain Surgical Hospital, the Warith International Foundation for Oncology Treatment, and other healthcare institutions affiliated with the Shrine.

The Imam Hussain Holy Shrine’s healthcare initiatives reflect a deep commitment to both religious and humanitarian responsibilities. By offering essential medical services at no cost, the Shrine continues to play a vital role in alleviating the suffering of patients across Iraq and supporting the most vulnerable members of society.