US President Mr George W. Bush has issued a wartime Ramadan greeting to the world's Muslim communities.
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His message emphasised the humanitarian effort by the United States in Afghanistan.
Mr Bush has already said there will be no suspension of the bombing of Afghan targets during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which begins this weekend.
"America is proud to play a leading role in the humanitarian relief efforts in Afghanistan, through airdrops and truck convoys of food, medicine and other much-needed supplies," Mr Bush said.
"And we are committed to working for the long-term reconstruction of that troubled land.
"The Islam that we know is a faith devoted to the worship of one God, as revealed through the holy Quran. It teaches the value and importance of charity, mercy and peace," Mr Bush said.
"We send our sincerest wishes to Muslims in America and around the world for health, prosperity, and happiness during Ramadan and throughout the coming year".
AP