NNA - Prime Minister Najib Mikati congratulated the Lebanese on the holy occasion of Eid al-Adha, hoping that the Lord Almighty would bring by goodness, blessings and peace and stability to Lebanon, and wishing for a blessed Eid for Muslims around the world.

PM Mikati had made the pilgrimage to the Holy Land yesterday, and also participated in the reception held by Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman at the Royal Court in Mina Palace, in honor of heads of states and governments, Islamic dignitaries, and guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, who performed Hajj this year.

Mikati thanked the Kingdom's Crown Prince for the great effort to serve the pilgrims and ensure their comfort and safety.

He said: "The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, whose land embraces the Two Holy Mosques, has our deep affection, appreciation and huge gratitude for its efforts to comfort the guests of Rahman and ensure their safe return to their homes."

==========R.Sh.