Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Tuesday extended his congratulations to Muslims in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq, and around the world on the occasion of the Islamic New Year 1448 AH.

In a message marking the beginning of the new Hijri year, Barzani conveyed his best wishes to Muslims and expressed hope that the year would bring security, peace, and prosperity.

“With the arrival of the Islamic New Year 1448 AH, I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to all Muslims in Kurdistan, Iraq, and across the world,” Barzani said.

He also prayed that the new year would be “a year of security, peace, and prosperity” for all.

Barzani concluded his message by wishing Muslims a blessed Islamic New Year.