We pray this letter finds you in the best of health and spirit, enjoying the blessings of Allah (God). We are writing to clearly state the position of The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan and The Nation of Islam as it relates to the tragic events of September 11, 2001 and the War on Terrorism. In addition, we are seeking to explain Minister Farrakhan’s motive for his current Africa – Middle East Peace Initiative.
For the record:

• We condemn the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon
• We mourn the loss of life and injuries resulting from these attacks
• We commend the police and firefighters who risked their lives on that day and everyday
• We support the government’s efforts to punish those responsible for plotting these attacks
• We deplore the cycle of violence and loss of life in the Middle East and Africa
• We support justice for the Palestinian people while recognizing Israel’s right to exist in peace
• We believe overthrowing the Iraqi government will result in negative consequences for the U.S. and the World
• We desire that no harm come to the nation of our birth by way of terror and war
• We believe no combination of terrorists can destroy America, she is inviolable, only Allah (God) can destroy America

There is no need for a clash of civilizations. The Muslim world has much to learn from the West and the West has much to learn from the Religion of Islam. However, our government’s policies toward the Arab and Muslim World must be balanced and just. America can only find peace by exercising justice. By creating a climate for dialogue, we can make a great future for America, and, under her rule, a peaceful world can come into existence. To do otherwise, is to trigger the War of Armageddon.

On June 17, 2002, at the press conference announcing his Africa – Middle East Peace Initiative, The Honorable Louis Farrakhan said: “Winning a war is much easier than winning the peace.” We believe a no talk policy is insane. Only by ending the cycle of violence, seeking truth and engaging in sincere dialogue can we achieve lasting peace. This is why Minister Farrakhan has gone overseas. After the last bomb is dropped, last bullet fired and last soldier buried, we ask the question: how do we win the peace?

Your servant,
Robert Muhammad
Southwest Regional Minister