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PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION
U.S. EMBASSY
PRESS RELEASE |
September 18, 2009 Statement by the U.S. President on the Occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr
Bahasa Indonesia
Washington -- As
Muslims in the United States and around the world complete the month of
Ramadan and celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, Michelle and I would like to extend our
personal greetings on this joyous occasion. Eid is a time to celebrate the
completion of 30 days and nights of devotion. But even on this festive
occasion, Muslims remember those less fortunate, including those impacted by
poverty, hunger, conflict, and disease. Throughout the month, Muslim
communities collect and distribute zakat-ul-fitr so that all Muslims are
able to participate in this day of celebration. As I said in Cairo, my
Administration is working to ensure that Muslims are able to fulfill their
charitable obligations not just during Ramadan, but throughout the year. On
behalf of the American people, we congratulate Muslims in the United States
and around the world on this blessed day. Eid Mubarak.###
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