President speaks of significance of Muslim holiday Ramazan-Bayram

President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky. Photo: tass.ru

President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky. Photo: tass.ru

On May 24, 2020, President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky congratulated the Muslims of Ukraine on the occasion of Ramazan-Bayram. Congratulations published on the website of the Office of the President of Ukraine.

“Dear compatriots! Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on the blessed holiday of Ramazan- Bayram. For millions of Muslims, this is a time of high spiritual growth, which opens hearts to good actions and noble deeds. Sincere concern for family and friends, mercy and mutual understanding are universal values that contribute to maintaining peace, harmony and unity in society,” the President wrote.

As reported earlier, President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky again announced the construction of a large mosque for Crimean Tatars in Kyiv.

 

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