Ammon News - AMMONNEWS - United States President Barack Obama expressed his best wishes to the Muslim community in the United States and abroad on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, highlighting the services provided by American Muslims and other citizens to the underprivileged.

"Here, in the United States, American Muslims have joined their fellow citizens in serving the less fortunate, hosting inter-faith activities that build understanding, and reminding us that we stand together as one American family," the president said in a statement.

Obama stressed that "the diversity and patriotism of America’s religious communities give strength to all of us, and our freedom to worship reminds us of the values we share." "Muslims honor each day of Ramadan as a day of patient endurance through fasting and each night as a night of gratitude through prayers," Obama noted.

"It is a time to reinforce faith, compassion and forgiveness, and perseverance through adversity," the president added.

Obama said he would welcome American Muslims to the White House for an annual iftar dinner in honor of the holy month of Ramadan.