President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev congratulated the people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of the Eid al-Adha.
The head of state offered the sincerest wishes to the Azerbaijani people.
“Eid al-Adha, one of the most significant ceremonies of the Islamic religion, reflects kindness, unity, equality, and the intention of a person to be ready for all kinds of sacrifices for the sake of noble deeds.
The people of Azerbaijan are always loyal to their national-spiritual and religious values and, together with the Muslims of the whole world, are enthusiastically celebrating Eid al-Adha as a symbol of brotherhood, humanism and solidarity. During the Hajj pilgrimage these days and everywhere in our country, prayers are being offered for the progress of our state, the well-being and peace of our people. Charity work is being done and the bright memory of our martyrs is remembered with reverence,” the message said.
The head of state expressed hope that all the prayers and wishes would come true on these blessed holidays and that the Almighty would not spare his mercy on Azerbaijani people. The Azerbaijani leader conveyed his sincere congratulations to all Azerbaijanis and all compatriots living outside the borders of the country. The President extended his wishes of happiness as well as abundance and blessings on the tables.