Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, June 5) — Vice President Leni Robredo shed light on the plight of residents from the war-torn city of Marawi and the crucial transition of the Bangsamoro Region, as Muslim Filipinos mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Robredo offered a prayer for the residents of Marawi on Wednesday, as ten million Muslim Filipinos celebrated Eid’l Fitr or “The Festival of Breaking the Fast.” Marawi continues to recover two years after a five month-long siege laid waste in the city.
“We pray for our brothers and sisters from Marawi, who are still suffering and unable to return to their homes for two years now since the siege,” Robredo said.
The Vice President also touched on the Bangsamoro Region, which is currently led by an interim government, as it undergoes a three-year transition. The new entity was established from peace agreements between the government and Moro leaders to quell conflict in Mindanao.
“We continue to pray for peace in the Bangsamoro region, especially as it transitions into a new era,” Robredo’s message read.
Robredo lauded the Muslim Filipino community for its sacrifice, compassion and generosity.
“You serve as great examples to the rest of the nation of how we embody hope by feeding the hungry, clothing the homeless, and comforting the orphaned,” she said.
