NUR-SULTAN, July 31 (Xinhua) -- Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Friday greeted his fellow citizens on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, urging solidarity and discipline amid COVID-19.

Tokayev said Eid al-Adha, which calls for peace, mutual respect and unity, has become an integral part of the spiritual life of Kazakhstanis.

Noting that unbreakable solidarity is necessary in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic that is affecting humankind worldwide, the president said during such a difficult period, it is very important to support and show responsibility for each other.

"I am sure that we will overcome all the challenges as strong-minded people," the president said.

This year's Eid al-Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice, falls on July 31 in Kazakhstan. Due to the pandemic, those who are not allowed to gather in mosques have turned to the internet to take part in Eid ceremonies.

Kazakhstan has reported 89,078 confirmed cases so far, with 793 deaths. Enditem

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