Putin congratulates Russian Muslims on Eid al-Fitr

MOSCOW, July 28 (Itar-Tass) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Russian Muslims on the holiday of Eid al-Fitr, the Kremlin press service said. One of Muslims' main and most important holidays, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, turns the faithful to Islam spiritual and moral sources. From ancient times, it is marked with good deeds and care for the needy and represents people's wish for self-improvement, the Russian leader said in the congratulation. Russia's Muslim community actively participates in the country's life, makes a great contribution to inter-religious dialogue, fruitfully cooperates with state and public organizations in the causes of charity, education and bringing up of young generations and contributes to saving of the country's rich cultural and spiritual heritage, the president said. Learn more on itar-tass.com