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President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi launched the website and mobile application of Holy Quran Radio during the Ministry of Endowments’ celebration of Laylat al-Qadr [the night of decree] and the conclusion of the first season of the “State of Recitation” competition. He called upon the world to work toward serious negotiations that can bring an end to all regional conflicts.

In his speech at the celebration, President El Sisi also launched “the State of Recitation documentary series project.” He praised the State of Recitation, saying “It is a project that truly embodies the pioneering spirit of the Egyptian character and proves that Egypt has always been, and will remain, a land of creativity and brilliance.”

He continued that “the State of Recitation” initiative has succeeded in bringing the Egyptian family together around a table of refined taste, reshaping our relationship with our rich religious and cultural identity.

“We look forward to seeing similar innovations in all fields,” President El-Sisi said, adding “After the success of the ‘State of Recitation,’ we will see the birth of the ‘State of Science,’ the ‘State of Creativity and Invention,’ and the ‘State of Eloquence.’”

Addressing the ongoing challenges and the regional war, President El-Sisi said that Egypt affirms to the whole world that peace is the essence of existence and the aspiration of the wise.

“Egypt continues to play its historic role in supporting just causes and expressing its solidarity with every person suffering from the ravages of conflict. Our message stems from our deep conviction that our shared of human destiny demands peaceful coexistence, which would enable us to confront shared challenges and achieve peace for all,” President El-Sisi said.

“I reiterate my call to halt escalation and bloodshed, to condemn aggression against our brotherly Arab nations, and to work toward serious negotiations that can bring an end to all regional conflicts,” President El-Sisi continued.

The official spokesperson for the Presidency stated that the celebration began with a recitation of verses from the Holy Quran, followed by a documentary featuring the Names of Allah in Islam, recited by contestants of the “State of Recitation” program.

After the film, a documentary on the “Greatest Transfiguration” at Saint Catherine was screened, followed by a presentation of recorded Adhan (call to prayer) from various capitals worldwide.

Source: Egypt Today