MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday joined the Muslim community in the celebration of Eid’l Fitr as she offered a prayer for world peace amid the Middle East crisis. Malacañang had declared March 20 a regular holiday nationwide in observance of Eid’l Fitr, the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. “As you mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan, we celebrate a journey defined by prayer, sacrifice and deep spiritual reflection. Eid’l Fitr, or the “festival of breaking the fast,” is celebrated by Muslims for three days after the end of the month of fasting. Police securityThe Philippine National Police has assured the public of a safe and peaceful observance of Eid’l Fitr as it extended greetings to Filipino Muslims marking the end of Ramadan.

Source: Philippine Star March 20, 2026 16:31 UTC