*Administration of Barack Obama, 2011 *

**Statement on the Observance of Eid al-Fitr **

*August 30, 2011 *

Michelle and I would like to send Eid greetings to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world. Ramadan has been a time for families and communities to share the happiness of coming together in intense devotion, reflection, and service. Millions all over the world have been inspired to honor their faith by reaching out to those less fortunate. This year, many have observed the month while courageously persevering in their efforts to secure basic necessities and fundamental freedoms. The United States will continue to stand with them and for the dignity and rights of all people, whether a hungry child in the Horn of Africa or a young person demanding freedom in the Middle East and North Africa.

As Ramadan comes to an end, we send our best wishes for a blessed holiday to Muslim communities around the world. *Eid Mubarak*.

*Categories:* Statements by the President : Eid al-Fitr*.*

*Names:* Obama, Michelle*.*

*Subjects:* Africa : East Africa, famine and humanitarian crisis; Holidays and special observances : Eid al-Fitr; Middle East : Democracy efforts; North Africa : Democracy efforts.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201100593.