President Ilham Aliyev congratulates people on Gurban Bayrama holiday
President Ilham Aliyev congratulated people on the occasion of Gurban Bayram.
In his address the head of state noted that "religious holidays, including sacrifice ceremonies, become a celebration of national-spiritual unity, goodness and mercy in Azerbaijani society". "On these blessed festive days, wide charitable actions and social assistance activities are held in all corners of our country, the immortal memory of our shehids is honoured with respect," the President's address further underlines.
He wished citizens acceptance by the Almighty of their prayers and sacrifices, well-being and prosperity.
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