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AROPL and Human Rights in Focus at World SangSaeng Forum
At the 4th World SangSaeng Forum in Korea, lawyer Alessandro Amicarelli presented on the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, highlighting its theology, values, and the global persecution of its members.


Second Urgent Action from Amnesty as Ahmadi Detainees Report Shocking Abuse in Egypt
Amnesty International has just launched a second Urgent Action calling for the release of detained members of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in Egypt. This renewed appeal follows alarming new evidence of torture and other ill-treatment in custody . Despite the first Urgent Action earlier this year, Egyptian authorities continue to arbitrarily detain over a dozen Ahmadi believers solely for exercising their right to freedom of religion or belief . Family members repor


When Belief Becomes a Crime: Documenting Abuse of AROPL Members in Iran
Our members in Iran have faced sustained persecution by the Iranian authorities. Although the government claims to be the true followers of Imam Al-Mahdi and to govern by the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and his household, it rejected the appearance of the Qa’im, Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq, in 2015, despite his fulfilling the recognized criteria and prophecies. Since then, the authorities have aggressively targeted our Ansar. No other government has shown comparable hostil


Philippines: AROPL Believers Report Persecution Following Public Declaration of Faith
3 October 2025 - A small group of local Muslims in Pagadian City, Philippines identifying with the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL) have reported facing social and online persecution after publicly declaring their allegiance to the Qa’im, the Riser of the Family of Mohammed, Aba Al-Sadiq Abdullah Hashem. AROPL reportedly has around 42 believers in the Philippines, who are actively engaged in missionary work. The group began its outreach efforts through flyers and


Detention and Persecution of AROPL Members in Azerbaijan
The followers of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light continue to face serious challenges due to their faith, particularly in...


AROPL Member Disappears Amid Rising Persecution in Malaysia
PENGERANG, JOHOR - The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL) has raised alarm over the disappearance of one of its Malaysian...


Turkish Court Orders Release of Detained Iranian Ahmadi Faith Members
Update 15 Sep 2025 - The Criminal Court of Peace in Ağrı has ruled for the release of three Iranian members of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, Sajjad Jafari, Ali Lakzaeian, and Mansour Dehghan, who have been detained in Turkey since February 2025. Originally held in Isparta for peacefully engaging in missionary activities, they were accused of “disturbing public order” solely for sharing their faith through posters and literature. Their detention sparked a widespread


AROPL’s First Global Conference Attracts Academics, Media, and the Mayor of Crewe
On August 21–22, the University of Buckingham in Crewe hosted the Supremacy of God conference, uniting scholars, the BBC, and local leaders to explore the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light.


Threat to Lives of Iranian AROPL Members Deported by Turkey
M. and R. (names changed for protection), along with their children (11 and 9 years old), represent more than a refugee statistic. Their...
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