Hashd al-Shaabi Holds Victory Parade in Baghdad Commemorating National Sovereignty Day
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the Hashd al-Shaabi (Popular Mobilization Forces) held a “Martyrs’ Victory Parade” in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on Thursday, coinciding with “National Sovereignty Day.” The official Iraqi News Agency (INA) reported that the parade was organized to commemorate the sacrifices of martyrs who gave their lives in defense of the homeland, its soil, and its sacred sites, and to honor those who inscribed pages of sacrifice and devotion with their blood.
The statement from the Hashd al-Shaabi further detailed that the parade commenced with vehicles from the General Media Directorate of the Hashd al-Shaabi. It proceeded through Tahrir Square and traversed several streets in Baghdad, carrying images of martyrs and symbolic caskets. This procession served to revive the memory of those whose physical presence has departed but whose legacy remains indelible in the national consciousness.
The parade concluded at Tahrir Square, where the symbolic representations of the location merged with the themes of the occasion. The square itself served as a poignant reminder of individuals who considered their lives the price for defending the nation. The “Martyrs’ Victory Parade” was organized to underscore the enduring significance of martyrs’ memories, emphasizing that their sacrifices are not confined to a fleeting occasion but remain eternally alive in the national memory. Their devotion represents a human and national value that generations will recall whenever discussions turn to the defense of Iraq, its territory, and its security.
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