Muslims solemnize Eid'l Fitr

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Eid’l Fitr or the end of Holy Month of Ramadan was solemnized by Muslims in the Philippines on June 26 with Marawi City still under siege.

Eid'l Fitr means "Feast of the Breaking of the Fast," and was the culmination of the Muslims' practice of fasting during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. All acts of violence and terrorism were strongly opposed by The Young Moro Professionals Network (YMPN) as these were all against Islamic teachings.

YMPN said: "We offer prayers for the release of the civilian hostages; for wise and just actions by our leaders in government to resolve the situation in Marawi; and for recovery of peace and stability in Marawi."

"All acts of violence and terrorism committed by any group run counter to the essential values of Islam, which are justice, care for humanity, mercy and compassion, and religious tolerance," the group added.

In deference to the end of Ramadan, the Armed Forces of the Philippines observed an 8-hour "humanitarian pause" in Marawi City on June 25.

According to Malacañang, at least 375 people (69 government troops, 280 terrorists, and 26 civilians) were the casualties in Marawi as of June 22 since the fighting broke out two months ago.