President John Dramani Mahama has appealed for peace in the Middle East, urging global leaders and those involved in the conflict to pursue dialogue and peaceful solutions.
Speaking during the Presidential Iftar with members of Ghana’s Muslim community, President Mahama expressed concern about the growing tensions in the region and the wider implications for global stability.
“We’re all concerned about what is happening in the Middle East,” he said. “The conflict between the US and Israel and Iran is affecting not only the Middle East, it’s affecting the whole world.”
President Mahama noted that the escalating tensions in the region could have far-reaching consequences beyond the Middle East, stressing the need for urgent efforts to restore calm and prevent further escalation.
He called on Muslims and people of faith around the world to use the spiritual period of Ramadan to pray for peace and reconciliation.
“And so we pray that Allah would touch the hearts of everybody involved in this conflict and bring peace to the people in the area,” he stated.
According to the President, the values of Ramadan — including compassion, patience and reflection — should inspire leaders and nations to prioritize peace and unity over conflict.
President Mahama also urged the Muslim community to remember Ghana and other nations facing instability in their prayers during the holy month.
“I humbly ask for your prayers during this Ramadan for our country, for our leaders and for other parts of the world that are afflicted by conflict, especially the Middle East,” he said.
The Presidential Iftar brought together Muslim leaders, government officials and members of the diplomatic community to break the Ramadan fast and reflect on the importance of faith, charity and solidarity.
President Mahama concluded by encouraging continued prayers and collective efforts to promote peace, unity and stability across the world.
