Gambia’s President Adama Barrow has marked Eid al-Adha with a strong call for peace across conflict zones, speaking as Chairman of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

In his message, Barrow urged warring factions in Sudan to lay down their arms and encouraged India and Pakistan to pursue diplomatic solutions. He described Islam as a religion of peace and compassion.

He also condemned the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, appealing to Israel to halt military operations and grant access for aid.

Barrow welcomed the lifting of sanctions on Syria but emphasized the need for enduring peace across all OIC member states.