The Russian Embassy in Dhaka has said Russia, as a home to millions of Muslims, appreciates the contribution by the Muslim community to the development of humanitarian ties with the foreign countries, including Bangladesh.
Charge d’ Affaires ad interim of the Embassy, Ekaterina Semenova greeted Muslims all over the world on the occasion of Eid ul-Adha.
"On behalf of the Russian Embassy and myself, I would like to extend my warm wishes and sincere greetings on Eid ul-Adha to the Bangladeshi Muslims as well as pilgrims performing Hajj," she said.
This holiday has been always marked by good undertakings and empathy, aspiration for self-improvement and spiritual growth, said the diplomat.
Semenova added how it is important to promote religious tolerance and interfaith harmony, accept diversity of other beliefs and build connections between our communities.
It is heartening to see how the Muslims in Bangladesh gather to celebrate this festival with their friends and family in joyful atmosphere, she also said
"Everyone can fully experience the spirit of this holiday here through the kindness at the charity events and general hospitality of the people," said the Russian diplomat.