The Foreign Ministry issued a condolence message for those killed in a traffic accident during the Arbaeen walk in Basra, Iraq.
In a written statement, the ministry said it learned with great sorrow of the accident in the Harise area northeast of Basra. The statement noted that many people walking toward Karbala for the Arbaeen commemoration lost their lives.
The ministry statement said, "We wish God's mercy upon those who lost their lives, condolences to their families, and a speedy recovery to the injured."
The accident occurred early Thursday when a driver lost control and struck a crowd walking along the roadside. At least 10 people died and 12 others were injured.