Chicago: Amid growing targeting of the Muslims in India after the TJ incident and maligning Muslims to Covid spread in India, the US Secretary of State Mr Mike Pompeo, while greeting Muslim on the beginning of holy month of Ramdan, Pompeo urged the international community to avoid scapegoating Muslims for the coronavirus outbreak.

Pompeo in his statement stated, “On behalf of the American people, I extend my best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world as they mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan.”

“And in this sacred season, already reshaped by the pandemic,

scapegoating of certain religious groups, including Muslims, has increased with the spread of COVID-19.

We urge all governments and communities to use this time to focus on service and unity, to keep in mind the health and safety of the most vulnerable and the marginalized as we continue to fight to stop the COVID-19 crisis. Ramadan is a reminder for people of all faiths to strive for compassion, reflect on our own actions, and ensure all individuals are safe in times of hardship, Pompeo said in the released statement.”

“This year, they will be engaging in creative ways that continue to demonstrate our common humanity and commitment to promoting religious freedom and inclusion at home and abroad. Once again, I wish Muslim communities around the world celebrating, a blessed and peaceful Ramadan.”