Under the distinguished leadership of the president of the University of Basrah, Prof. Dr. Muhannad Jawad al-Asadi, the respected dean of the College of Science, Prof. Dr. Ali Abdul Imam Abdul Zahra, and the heads of the various departments, a solemn ceremony was held to raise the banner of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) at Bab Al-Zubair-Central Library Square at nine in the morning. This ceremony took place during the sacred month of Muharram, a time in Islam that symbolizes sacrifice and spiritual renewal. The respected dean also welcomed Haj Fadel, the adviser to the Secretary General of the Husseini holy shrine, and his group of people who came with him to this important flag-raising event.
The president of the University of Basrah, who is quite well-known, gave a speech during the occasion. He told the staff to defend the ideas of the Husseini Renaissance and reaffirm their commitment to fighting for justice and dignity. He praised the university's important role in bringing together scientific research with religious and national awareness, always stressing how important it is to respect the sacrifices of martyrs.
