King Mohammed VI Receives Eid Al Adha Greetings from Several World Leaders
Rabat – King Mohammed VI has received congratulatory messages from several world leaders on the occasion of Eid Al Adha, which Morocco will celebrate on Saturday.
The President of Chad, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, sent his warm wishes for health and prosperity to the King and his family. He prayed for 'prosperity, peace, and blessings for Morocco, the Islamic Ummah, and all of humanity.'
Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq wished the King good health and expressed hope for ongoing 'stability, prosperity, and dignity' for Morocco.
King Abdullah II of Jordan also sent his heartfelt congratulations, praying for the King's good health, Morocco's progress, and blessings for the Arab and Islamic nations.
Meanwhile, Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani extended his warm greetings and wished prosperity for both the Moroccan and Mauritanian peoples, as well as for the wider Islamic community.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas also conveyed his 'warmest fraternal greetings and best wishes on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.' He also wished the King and the Moroccan people continued well-being and success.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi conveyed sincere congratulations to King Mohammed VI and the Moroccan people, highlighting the values of Eid al-Adha and praying for stability and prosperity for both countries and the Islamic world.
Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa offered warm congratulations and prayers for the King's health and happiness, and blessings for the Arab and Islamic nations.
Senegalese President Macky Sall also sent his best wishes for the King's health and prosperity, saying he prays that God accept the acts of worship and support joint efforts in serving the Islamic community.
The King also received greetings from the leaders of Syria, Djibouti, Lebanon, The Gambia, and Chad, among others. Tags: Eid Al AdhaKing Mohammed VI
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