Tehran, Dec 25, IRNA - Iranian Muslim nation wishes all Christians a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

On the eve of the auspicious birthday of Jesus Christ (PBUH) when all Muslim and Christian believers extend best wishes to each other on the onset of the New Year, IRNA colleagues also wish peace and prosperity for the world community in New Year 2008.

We hope the new year will be a peaceful year devoid of conflict, poverty, suffering, and disputes among different religions.

It is hoped that the world community can coexist peacefully irrespective of caste, color, religion, race or nationality and the world would benefit from the spirit of kindness contained in the teachings of Jesus Christ (PBUH) and other divine prophets to promote peace, stability and tranquility throughout the globe.

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