TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – In separate messages, President Hassan Rouhani felicitated the advent of Ramadan to heads of Islamic states.

Noting that Ramadan is the month of blessing, peace, brotherhood and friendship, President Rouhani in his message has expressed hope that by applying Islamic teachings and strengthening unity in Islamic world, peace and stability would once again expand among the Muslims.

Rouhani, deeming terrorism, extremism, division, and misrepresentation of Islam the critical challenges for the Muslims of the era, has stressed the need for Islamic nations to cooperate and reinforces unity and fraternity in direction of fulfillment of Islam ideals.

He has also wished full prosperity and honor for Islamic governments and nations.