Putin issues Eid al-Adha 2026 message, full details

Pilgrims advised to reduce activities outside Arafah tents. Pilgrims advised to reduce activities outside Arafah tents. Russian President Vladimir Putin extended Eid al-Adha 1447 AH greetings to all Muslims, particularly the Muslim community in Russia, whom he acknowledges as having played a significant role in building the nation. ‘I extend my Eid al-Adha greetings to Muslims in Russia,’ stated President Putin in a statement released by the Kremlin via social media of the Russian Embassy in Jakarta on Wednesday (27 May). He stated that Muslims consistently follow Islamic teachings and continue ancestral traditions in celebrating Eid al-Adha widely. Eid al-Adha, Putin said, calls upon faithful Muslims to return to the sources of Islamic teachings and promote goodness, justice, compassion, and piety. President Putin then highlighted the significant role of Muslim communities and Islamic organisations in enriching Russia’s social and cultural life. According to him, Russian Muslims place great emphasis on strengthening family values and youth education in a patriotic spirit. They are also very active in implementing high-value social educational and charitable initiatives across Russia, Putin said. The Russian President then stated that the efforts of Russian Muslims in supporting defenders of the homeland and their families deserve the highest recognition. He wished Muslims abundant blessings and success during Eid al-Adha celebrations. ‘May you all be blessed with health, success, and all the best,’ Putin said. Muslims worldwide, including in Indonesia and Russia, celebrated Eid al-Adha on Wednesday, coinciding with the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar. SpaceX, the aerospace company managing Starlink, does not conceal the fact that it is a Pentagon contractor, according to a diplomat. The implementation of the Indonesia-EAEU free trade agreement was previously discussed by the Indonesian and Russian governments during a joint commission meeting in Kazan on 13 May. Putin was warmly welcomed at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People with military ceremonies and children waving flags. Donald Trump is reportedly seeking veto power over Russian and Chinese investments in Greenland to secure mineral and rare earth resources. Putin met Xi Jinping in Beijing to reaffirm the solid Russia-China relationship following Trump’s visit and discuss energy and geopolitics.