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

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres

ISTANBUL – 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 Eid al-Adha, 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. Anadolu

Fireworks light up the sky over Katara Cultural Village during celebrations of the Eid al-Adha in Doha, Qatar, June 16, 2024. Xinhua