Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has urged the people to learn from the tragedy that befell the Palestinian people, who are often oppressed by the Israeli Zionist regime, especially in terms of religious freedom.
His Majesty said the people should be grateful because all races and religions in the country are free to conduct worship and celebrate their respective festivals with joy and excitement.
“Transcending borders and differences, Malaysians celebrate holy festivals of various religions in harmony and by visiting each other.
“Malaysians can also continue their daily lives with a sense of tolerance and without any gaps between races and religions. It is an unparalleled gift and blessing from Allah SWT,” His Majesty said in a message in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2023/1444H.
Al-Sultan Abdullah said every year in the last days of Ramadan and before Syawal, the Zionist regime would carry out extreme provocations against Muslims in Palestine.
“Malaysia and the world strongly condemn the attacks on the Palestinian worshippers and the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque by the Israeli regime forces,” he said, while urging the people to cultivate a commitment to continue to be united and maintain peace in the country.
His Majesty also called on the people to uphold loyalty to the king and the country as a foundation for unity towards a glorious future for the country.
Al-Sultan Abdullah and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah also prayed for the safety and well-being of Malaysians affected by the conflict in Sudan.
“May the conflicts in Sudan and Palestine find a peaceful end,” said Al-Sultan Abdullah.
His Majesty also expressed his appreciation for the sacrifices of those who are on duty during Aidilfitri, especially healthcare workers, the Malaysian Armed Forces and police personnel as well as all those entrusted with safeguarding the well-being, peace and sovereignty of the country.
He also advised those returning to their hometown to always prioritise safety and obey the laws that have been set.
Al-Sultan Abdullah and Tunku Azizah also prayed that all Malaysians, no matter where they are, will always be protected and blessed by Allah SWT.
“Let us pray so that our beloved country of Malaysia will continue to remain peaceful in unity and progress towards a glorious future,” His Majesty said.
Anwar: Govt Rejects Misdeeds, Country’s Dignity Must Be Restored
Meanwhile, the unity government under the leadership of Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim remains firm in terms of governance to restore the dignity and integrity of the country by rejecting any misdeeds, corruption and misappropriation.
The Prime Minister emphasised this so that the fate of Malaysians will be secured and their dignity redeemed.
“Any country that wants to progress must be based on trust, values, kindness and mercy. This is cultivated but what is integral in all of this that becomes the axis is the sanctity of our soul, desire to bring changes by establishing principles of discipline and grace which we go through during Ramadan,” he said in his Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2023/1444H message.
Anwar also called on Malaysians to use the Aidilfitri celebration to forge friendships and brotherhood, make visits and be more compassionate.
“To everyone, especially Muslims, I wish you Selamat Aidilfitri Mubarak. May the completion of our fast allow us to reach the required level of faith. This way, we are guaranteed to return to a pure and wholesome situation,” he said.
Anwar urged the people to ensure the sacrifices, sincerity and discipline reflected during Ramadan become assets to guarantee the well-being of their families, society and the nation.
The Prime Minister also expressed his appreciation and thanks to all civil servants in the country and abroad who have served tirelessly, including the defence forces which maintained security and uplift the country’s dignity.
He hoped their efforts and services would continue to inject new strength into the country.
“On behalf of Azizah (Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail) and our family, I wish all Muslims and Malaysians a happy Eid Mubarak,” he said.
