Iranian FM urges Muslims' unity in Eid message

Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, in a congratulatory message on the occasion of Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice), emphasized the need for closer unity among Muslims.

According to Tasnim news agency, the top Iranian diplomat sent separate messages to his counterparts in Muslim countries on Wednesday to congratulate them on Eid al-Adha, one of the main feasts celebrated in Islam.

In the messages, Amir-Abdollahian stressed the need for unity and solidarity among Muslims on the path to the fulfillment of the common aspirations and the development of the Islamic communities in various fields.

Also in a post on his Twitter account, the Iranian foreign minister expressed hope that concerted efforts and joint determination of the Muslims would accelerate the positive process of unity and convergence in the Islamic world.

Eid al-Adha marks the willingness of Prophet Abraham (PBUH) to sacrifice his son Ismail on God’s command.

World Muslims have marked the feast, which comes as the annual Hajj season in Saudi Arabia draws to a close.

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