Muslims begin month-long Ramadan fastPhysically fit Muslims fast from dawn to dusk during Ramadan, a holy month in Islam, and focus on reparations for wrongdoings and reconciliation with adversaries as a religious obligation. COTABATO CITY, Philippines — Residents of Bangsamoro and other southern cities and provinces yesterday started their month-long Ramadan fasting season. Physically fit Muslims fast from dawn to dusk during Ramadan, a holy month in Islam, and focus on reparations for wrongdoings and reconciliation with adversaries as a religious obligation. Two non-Muslim local officials, Cotabato Gov. Bangsamoro Labor and Employment Minister Muslimin Sema, chairman of the Moro National Liberation Front, said MNLF members in BARMM shall support Ramadan security missions of the police and military.

Source: Philippine Star February 19, 2026 16:35 UTC