BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 3. Pope Leo XIV has sent
a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Ilham Aliyev, Trend
reports.


"Your Excellency,


On the occasion of your national holiday, I am pleased to extend
to Your Excellency and the people of Azerbaijan my best wishes for
solidarity and prosperity.


I pray to Almighty God to guide the Azerbaijani people in the
continued development of their society. May they always be
advocates of peace, working for the common good, upholding the
dignity of every person, and extending assistance to those in
need.


I invoke Divine blessings upon Your Excellency, those entrusted
with public responsibilities, and all the people of Azerbaijan,"
the letter reads.