Russia's President Vladimir Putin extended Eid-al-Fitr greetings to Russian Muslims on Friday and praised the contribution of Islamic organizations to maintaining inter-ethnic and interfaith dialogue.
"This holiday, which is especially revered by Muslims across the globe and marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, bears an important spiritual meaning as it embodies people’s aspirations to achieve moral progress, show mercy and feel compassion," Putin said in a message posted on the website of Russia’s Spiritual Assembly of Muslims.
"It is with great satisfaction that I note how the adherents of Islam in our country show deep respect for their centuries-old paternal, historical, religious and cultural traditions, and that they are introducing the youth to [these traditions]," Putin added.
According to the Russian president, the Muslim Ummah (the Arabic word for "community" - TASS) has been leading an exemplary life of good deeds and benevolent undertakings.
"It has been actively developing interaction with public and social organizations while tirelessly paying attention to educational and charitable initiatives," Putin maintained.
He highlighted the role of Muslim fighters in the special military operation, who he said were protecting Russia, participating in combat operations bravely and showing impressive esprit de corps.
Putin also praised the invaluable contribution of Islamic organizations to the preservation of interethnic and interfaith communication and patriotic education of the next generation in Russia.
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