Tehran (IP) - Jesus Christ is the prophet of peace and reconciliation and the flag-bearer of compassion and altruism, Iran's president says.

Iran PressIran news: In separate messages to world leaders, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani congratulated them on Christmas Eve, the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ (PBUH), and the beginning of the New Year 2021.

Rouhani stated that the world is facing many social, cultural, economic, and political crises today. "It is necessary for the leaders of the countries to work harder to overcome these crises, as well as to accelerate the process of fighting the coronavirus outbreak and returning human life to normal condition in the light of common will and efforts along with regional and global cooperation."

He expressed hope that human beings today, especially the followers of all divine religions, would follow the path of human excellence and perfection by using the lofty teachings of the divine prophets and by relying on their way and tradition.

In the final part of his message to the world leaders, the Iranian president wished a year of health and prosperity to the world nations and governments.

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