Muslim Caliph Warns: Economic Depression Could Lead to World War

LONDON - A Caliph (Spiritual Leader) followed by tens of millions of Muslims has
warned that a world war is inevitable if world powers fail to resolve the
global economic crisis.

Speaking at a major conference held at the Baitul Futuh Mosque in Morden
(south London) this weekend attended by over 900 including Parliamentarians,
faith representatives, civic leaders and professionals, Hadhrat Mirza Masroor
Ahmad drew parallels between the Great Depression of 1929 leading to the
Second World War, and the present-day recession where bank bailouts and
bonuses have been exacerbated by wealth being channelled into the hands of
the few. This, he said, could only propel mankind into deeper distrust,
desperation and ultimately danger.

His Holiness also criticised the United Nations for falling short of its
responsibilities and the absence of absolute justice and fair dealing between
member states.

The Caliph, who heads the international Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, said:

“The UN was formed for the establishment of peace but its attempts to do
so in any country where disorder exists, have never achieved the level of
success that such a large institution ought to.

“The UN is failing due to the influence of superpowers and because of
this the circle of unrest is escalating. We cannot simply close our eyes to
this. The cause of the Second World War was such unrest and mini wars.”

His Holiness expressed a desire that the world learns from its past
mistakes and thus avoids another major catastrophe:

“Governments, providers of capital and the UN should understand their
responsibilities. These are to fulfil the requirements of justice and to give
due regard to the rights of each other. They should think, deliberate and
find a solution based on justice. They should selflessly endeavour to
establish peace. And most importantly they should fulfil the rights owed to
their Creator and avoid His displeasure.”

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Source: Ahmadiyya Muslim Association UK

Press Enquiries: Dr Basharat Nazir, Press Secretary Ahmadiyya Muslim Association UK, Email media at ahmadiyya.org.uk, Tel +44(0)7703-483-384