President Rouhani congratulates counterparts on Christmas

[IRAN 1802]

President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday congratulated heads of state on the birthday of Jesus Christ (PBUH) and the beginning of the new year.

"In the crisis-torn world today, riddled mostly by violence rather than divine mercy, peace and passion, the recourse to lofty injunctions of divine prophets is the only way to prosperity and elevation of mankind."

He noted the Islamic Republic of Iran is on course towards promoting peace, security and economic development with the idea of the World Against Violence and Extremism, which was passed unanimously by the UN General Assembly.

The Islamic Republic of Iran has taken strides to meet the challenge and will continue its efforts along with other member states of the United Nations to reach the final goal of respect for human dignity.

In a separate message, the president also congratulated the leader of the Catholic Church on the occasion.

Meanwhile, Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani congratulated his Christian counterparts on the advent of Christmas and the New Year.

President congratulates counterparts on Christmas