The local government in Basra Governorate announced the suspension of official working hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday to allow citizens to commemorate Ashura. This decision coincides with the mourning ceremonies marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (Peace Be Upon Him) and the religious activities taking place in the governorate. This aligns with the Council of Ministers' decision to suspend working hours in all government institutions, amid preparations by Iraqi governorates to secure participants with intensive service and security measures.