On the occasion of the 10th of Muharram al-Haram, the anniversary of the martyrdom of the Master of Martyrs, Imam al-Hussein (peace be upon him), his pure household, and his righteous companions in the immortal Battle of Karbala, we extend our deepest condolences and sincerest sympathy to the noble Iraqi people, the Islamic Ummah, and the Supreme Religious Authority.

On this sorrowful occasion, we recall the noble values and principles embodied by Imam al-Husayn (peace be upon him) in sacrifice and reform, and in his adherence to truth and justice; may his blessed revolution remain a beacon for the free in every time and place.

We ask Almighty God to make us among those who follow his blessed path, to protect Iraq and its people, and to envelop our righteous martyrs in His boundless mercy.

May God multiply our rewards and yours in the face of this great tragedy.

Dr. Abdul Amir Rahim Jassim

Director General, Center for Marine Sciences