Iraqi domestic terrorist attacks show how insurgents are resorting to new tactics . Pilgrims traditionally make their way to Karbala on foot as a demonstration of piety , and those who head to the city from Baghdad go through Babil province , where Iskandariya is located . Baghdad : Bomber had met at least twice with deputy security chief before blast . Three people are killed , 15 injured in roadside attack in southeastern Baghdad . Pilgrims on way to Karbala for al - Sharif , one of holiest days on Shiite calendar .
Iraqi domestic terrorist attacks show how insurgents are resorting to new tactics . Baghdad : Bomber had met at least twice with deputy security chief before blast . Three people are killed , 15 injured in roadside attack in southeastern Baghdad . Pilgrims on way to Karbala for al - Sharif , one of holiest days on Shiite calendar .