A call for unity among Muslim-majority countries to help end ongoing conflicts around the world featured prominently in the special prayers held after the main Eid-ul-Fitr congregation at National Eidgah this morning.

The Eid congregation began at around 8:30am on the High Court premises, drawing tens of thousands of worshippers from across the city. The prayer was led by Mufti Mohammad Abdul Malek, khatib of the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque.

Following the two rak’ahs of Eid prayers and the khutbah, a special munajat was offered, seeking peace, prosperity, and unity for the Muslim Ummah, as well as the wellbeing of people across the globe.

During the prayers, the imam urged Muslim nations to stand united in the face of conflicts affecting several parts of the world.

Referring to ongoing tensions and violence in different regions, he prayed for an end to war and called for collective action to protect oppressed Muslims worldwide.

He also prayed that the faithful may continue to uphold the values of restraint, repentance, and devotion cultivated during the month of Ramadan, and sought divine guidance for the nation’s stability and welfare.

President Mohammad Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman joined the congregation, offering Eid prayers alongside senior government officials, cabinet members, lawmakers, judges of the higher courts, diplomats from Muslim-majority countries, and people from all walks of life.