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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