The authorities of the holy city of Kerbala stated that pilgrimages annually occur peacefully. Successfulness in facilitating pilgrimages indicates that Iraq is not suffering austerity; that can be noticed through what has been offered to the pilgrims by the munificent Iraqis.
Charles Aid Foundation, in co-operation with other foundations, conducted a survey in which it showed that Iraq is the world's first country in generosity and hospitality among 140 countries, as opposed to mass media which overlooked this great, unique phenomenon.