Global Ramadan Messages from All Continents

 Global Ramadan Messages from All Continents

 Dr Mozammel Haque

Islam is a universal global religion. There is 2.0 billion Muslims the world over. Leaders of the Asian, African, European and American continents welcome the advent of the month of Ramadan and sent messages to the Muslims. The 57-member Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed the beginning of Ramadan. On this auspicious occasion, the Secretary General of the OIC issued a welcoming message.

 OIC Secretary General’s Message

Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Hissein Brahim Taha, extended warm congratulations and felicitations to the Muslim Ummah on the advent of the blessed month of Ramadan 1447AH. 

 OIC Secretary General’s

Ramadan Message

 "Ramadan Kareem

The Secretary General extends his warmest congratulations to the Islamic Ummah on the occasion of Ramadan, asking Allah to make it a month of goodness, unity and peace.

 

Hissein  Brahim Taha"

United Nations Secretary General

António Guterres

Secretary-General of the United Nations

Ramadan Statement

On the occasion of the beginning of Ramadan, the United Nations Secretary-General issued the following Ramadan message on 18 February 2026. The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, said:

“For Muslims around the world, the holy month of Ramadan is a sacred period of reflection and prayer.

“Ramadan also represents a noble vision of hope and peace.   

“But for too many members of the human family, this vision remains distant. 

“From Afghanistan to Yemen, from Gaza to Sudan and beyond, people are suffering the horrors of conflict, hunger, displacement, discrimination and more. 

“In these difficult and divided times, let us heed Ramadan’s enduring message. 

“To bridge divides. 

“To deliver help and hope to those who are suffering. 

“And to safeguard the rights and dignity of every person. 

“Every year, I pay a special solidarity visit to a Muslim community and join in the fast. 

“And every year I come away heartened by Ramadan’s spirit of peace and compassion. 

“May this Holy Month inspire us to work as one to build a more peaceful, generous and just world for all people. 

Ramadan Kareem.”

RAMADAN MESSAGES FROM ALL GOVERNMENTS

From Asian Continent

RAMADAN MESSAGES FROM ALL GOVERNMENTS

From Asian Continent

King Salman’s Ramadan Message

Jeddah-based English daily Saudi Gazette reported the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Ramadan address as follows:

“The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman prayed to God Almighty to grant peace, prosperity and stability to the people of Palestine, the Muslim Ummah, as well as to the entire world on the occasion of Ramadan.

 “We ask God Almighty to bless us in this virtuous month, to accept our good deeds, and to perpetuate security and prosperity in our country,” the King said in his address to Saudi citizens, expatriates, and Muslims across Saudi Arabia and around the world on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH.

On behalf of the King, the speech was delivered by Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary. “We wish to congratulate you on the advent of the blessed Ramadan, a month in which the gates of Paradise are opened and which contains a night better than a thousand months. We ask God Almighty to assist us in fasting, praying, and performing acts of worship,” the King said.

Wednesday in Saudi Arabia after moon sighting

“We praise God Almighty for bestowing upon our blessed country the honor of serving the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors, including Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. We will continue, with God's help, on this steadfast path established by the leaders of this nation,” he said.

Addressing Muslims, the King said: “The month of Ramadan is a magnificent occasion for purifying souls, performing righteous deeds, strengthening compassion and solidarity, and thanking God Almighty for His visible and unseen blessings.” (Reported in Saudi Gazette)

From European Continent

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s

Ramadan Message

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer MP, congratulates Muslims on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan. He said:

“As Ramadan begins, I extend my warmest wishes to Muslims in the United Kingdom and around the world.

 “This holy month is a time of fasting, reflection and spiritual renewal. I believe Britain is stronger as a tolerant, decent and respectful country, and this Government is choosing the path of unity in the face of division. Bringing our communities together around the common good gives me great hope for the future of our nation.

“As you focus on compassion, generosity, gratitude and unity, I want to thank you for your contribution to our national life. British Muslims are an intrinsic part of our society, and Ramadan is a powerful reflection of the open, inclusive country we continue to build together.

“Across the UK, mosques and community centres will welcome people of all faiths and none to share iftar, strengthening the bonds that unite us.

“I wish you and your loved ones peace, joy and a truly blessed Ramadan.”

From American Continent

U.S. President Donald Trump’s Ramadan

Message to Muslims

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a statement on Ramadan on 17 February 2026 on behalf of the American people, “I would like to wish all Muslims a joyful Ramadan.” Followings are the statement on Ramadan by the U.S. President Donald Trump. He said:

“Today, I send my greetings and best wishes to all those celebrating Ramadan.

“Every Ramadan stands as a reverent season of spiritual renewal, reflective meditation, and appreciation for God’s countless blessings.  This sacred time for many Americans emphasizes prayer and fasting, strengthens familial and community ties, and affirms our shared values of compassion, charity, mercy, and humility.

“The God-given right to freely worship is a hallmark of our Nation and a pillar of our prosperity and strength.  For this reason, every day, my Administration is ensuring that all citizens can practice their faith, follow their conscience, and worship freely—because freedom of religion means the freedom to practice your religion proudly and without fear of persecution.

“In this season of grace and goodwill, I offer my prayers for happiness and fulfillment at home, unity and peace throughout the world, and blessings in the year to come.”

 Statement by the Prime Minister of

Canada on Ramadan 

The Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, issued on 17 February 2026 from Ottawa, Ontario, the following statement on Ramadan: “At sundown tonight, Muslims in Canada and around the world will begin observing the holy month of Ramadan.”

 “At sundown tonight, Muslims in Canada and around the world will begin observing the holy month of Ramadan.

“In the weeks ahead, families and friends will gather in homes and mosques for prayer and reflection. After fasting from dawn to sunset, they will break their fast with iftar – the traditional evening meal. For those observing Ramadan, this is a time of reflection, gratitude, and celebration.

“As this sacred period begins, far too many Muslims in Canada are continuing to face troubling acts of Islamophobia. Combatting hate is a top priority for this government, and Islamophobia has no place in our country. 

“At the heart of what it means to be Canadian is the fundamental value that everyone has the right to freedom, security, and the ability to thrive in our society. Together, we can build a country where all Muslims can live safely and proudly, without intimidation or fear.

“I wish everyone observing Ramadan a blessed and peaceful month.

Ramadan Mubarak.”

From the African Continent:

Ramadan Messages from Somalia

Federal Government of Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud issued the following Ramadan messages. He “congratulated Somalis and Muslims worldwide on the start of the holy month of Ramadan, urging citizens to show solidarity with families hit by prolonged drought across the country.”

“In a message marking the beginning of the fasting month, the president “called for collective support to assist vulnerable communities grappling with water shortages and livestock losses in several regions:

“He also paid tribute to the Somali National Armed Forces, commending their “round-the-clock” operations to safeguard civilians and reclaim territory from militant groups despite difficult conditions.

“The president said security gains made in recent months should be protected and strengthened during the holy month.

“President Mohamud appealed for unity and social cohesion, urging the public to place national security and stability at the forefront during Ramadan.

“Separately, Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs Mukhtar Robow confirmed that Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, marks the first day of Ramadan 1447 AH in Somalia following verified sightings of the crescent moon in multiple regions.

“We have made careful and extensive observations to sight the crescent of Ramadan, and the Somali government confirms that the new month has been sighted in many parts of the country,” Robow said.

“The announcement signals the start of a month of fasting, prayer and reflection for Muslims across Somalia, as religious leaders call on communities to observe the month in accordance with Islamic teachings while extending charity to those in need.”