President Sisi greets Egyptians abroad on Eid al-Adha
CAIRO – 2 June 2025: Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El Sisi on Monday extended his greetings to Egyptians living abroad ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha.
In a message conveyed by Egyptian embassies and consulates via their social media pages, Sisi said: 'My brothers and children, Muslims of Egypt abroad, I am pleased to send you my heartfelt greetings and best wishes on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. This blessed holiday reminds us of the noble Islamic values that inspire us to work harder and give more to realize our hopes and aspirations for a better future for our beloved Egypt and its proud people.'
'I pray to God Almighty that it be a happy and blessed Eid, and that it returns to you with goodness and blessings. Eid Mubarak," he added'
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