'Peace for all': UN secretary-general extends Eid al-Adha greetings

'I extend my solidarity with all Muslims who, because of conflict, violence & division, will not be able to celebrate with their loved ones,' says Antonio Guterres

By Necva Tastan

ISTANBUL (AA) - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres extended Eid al-Adha greetings on Sunday, with solidarity to Muslims around the world who are unable to celebrate with their loved ones due to ongoing conflicts.

"This #EidAlAdha, I extend my solidarity with all Muslims who, because of conflict, violence & division, will not be able to celebrate with their loved ones," Guterres said on X.

"May the values of solidarity & empathy that this occasion inspires guide us towards compassion & peace for all," he added.

The Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, began in Türkiye and many other countries on Sunday.

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