On March 4, Chairman of the Caucasus Muslims Office, Sheikh-ul-Islam Allahshukur Pashazade, hosted an iftar dinner at his residence on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan.
Modern.az reports that Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva, as well as the leaders of religious confessions operating in Azerbaijan, participated in the event.
The iftar ceremony began with the recitation of verses from the “Holy Quran” and the Ramadan prayer.
The Chairman of the Caucasus Muslims Office, Sheikh-ul-Islam Allahshukur Pashazade, spoke about the significance of the month of Ramadan and noted the state-religion relations and the environment of religious tolerance in Azerbaijan. He stated that Azerbaijan is a state that defends Islamic values, interests, and benefits in the world, makes significant contributions to Islamic solidarity, and demonstrates a resolute stance against Islamophobia.
Subsequently, the leaders of religious confessions operating in Azerbaijan and other guests delivered speeches. In the speeches, Azerbaijan's steps towards promoting interfaith and intercultural dialogue at the international level were highly appreciated, and it was emphasized that our country has formed an exemplary model in this field.
Later, the iftar dinner was served.
