Faith, Sacrifice, and a Growing Global Movement - A Timeline For the followers of Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq, his life is not measured by titles or accolades, but by the people he has transformed along the way. As the one named in the Will of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) and the promised Qa'im of the Family of Muhammad, Aba Al-Sadiq is regarded as one who rises with the truth—not through conquest or power, but through compassion, knowledge, and a call to humanity. His journey has been marked by continual sacrifice. Each chapter brought new challenges, new responsibilities, and an ever-expanding mission to invite people toward a life founded on peace, justice, and the supremacy of God. This is the story of that journey. 2003–2011 Lighting the First Torch Long before thousands would know his name, Abdullah Hashem was simply a filmmaker searching for truth. During the early years of online media, when YouTube was still in its infancy, he began producing documentaries that challenged conventional narratives and encouraged viewers to question the world around them. Rather than asking people to blindly accept his conclusions, he urged them to research, investigate, and think for themselves. Productions such as The Arrivals and TADS became defining works for countless viewers across the world. Shared freely online, they inspired a generation of seekers who found themselves asking deeper questions about spirituality, religion, and the purpose of life. What began as one man's personal search quietly became the spark that ignited thousands of others. 2011 A Pledge That Changed Everything Years of searching eventually led Abdullah Hashem to what he believed was the answer he had been seeking. After extensive study, he pledged allegiance to Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan, the first of the twelve Mahdis mentioned in the Will of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family). This decision altered the course of his life. Statue of Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan (2025) His conviction inspired hundreds of others to pledge allegiance as well. Many relocated to Cairo, where they formed a community built upon the teachings of the prophets—a community that sought to live not as isolated individuals, but as one family. Just as Jesus Christ, Prophet Mohammed, Moses, and all the prophets and messengers preached. Resources were shared. Brothers and sisters cared for one another. Faith became something to be lived collectively rather than merely practiced privately. Faith became a real experience. It was due to the commitment and patience that Abdullah Hashem exercised that this became a real possibility. One of his greatest achievements has to be his ability to make living by the values of the prophets and messengers a possibility. Not just individually, but communally. In fact, one might argue that these teachings simply cannot be applied without community. Teachings of selflessness, generosity, and love. The years in Cairo brought hardship, sacrifice, and moments of joy. They laid the foundation for everything that followed. 2015 Building a Global Community In 2015, the movement entered a new chapter. Following the raising of the Black Banners, Abdullah Hashem entered direct communication with Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan and was appointed to oversee believers around the world. Soon afterward, he relocated to Europe. As the community continued to grow, believers from every corner of the globe left behind familiar lives to join him. Nationalities, languages, and cultures were not barriers. The believers became a single community, united by shared belief. The responsibility was immense. Yet throughout this period, Abdullah Hashem remained committed to caring for those around him, helping establish the values of the believing community where cooperation, generosity, and mutual support became daily realities rather than distant ideals. People were learning. And he never gave up on anyone - he always remained the firm support everyone needed in their times of trial. 2019 - 2022 A Covenant for All Humanity The community's move to Sweden marked another turning point. It was here that Abdullah Hashem presented what he called the Seventh Covenant—a covenant based not upon race, nationality, or bloodline, but upon the soul itself. Its invitation was universal. Every human being, regardless of background, was welcomed under a covenant with God that reflected the needs of the modern age. It was also during this period that he began writing The Goal of the Wise. The work challenged long-held religious assumptions and sought to distinguish divine teachings from centuries of inherited tradition. Among its positions were unapologetically controversial ideas - such as the rejection of mandatory head coverings for women and the removal of religious prohibitions on alcohol—teachings that generated significant discussion both inside and outside religious circles. For many readers, the book represented an invitation to reconsider what they believed they knew about God. Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq succeeded in putting to paper what many questioned about religion, and eloquently pointed out possibilities of truth that so many are afraid of accepting. The Goal of the Wise is a phenomenal read, and this book began to change many lives. 2022 A Message to the World In 2022, Abdullah Hashem established the official place of worship of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in the United Kingdom. From there, his message reached a global audience. Through an extensive series of lectures, interviews, and public addresses, he explored subjects rarely discussed in traditional religious discourse. He argued that all true religions originated from the same divine source and sought to reconnect people with what he described as their common spiritual foundation. His teachings consistently emphasized a vision of religion centered on mercy rather than exclusion. He publicly affirmed that God's invitation extended to every sincere seeker, including members of the LGBTQ community, teaching that a person's sincerity before God mattered more than outward appearances or social judgment. Believers from around the world gather at AROPL Headquarters in 2024, reflecting the movement's international community He likewise emphasized equality between men and women as a non-negotiable principle of faith, and repeatedly condemned war, violence, and sectarian conflict. Aba Al-Sadiq greets an Israeli Jewish man joining his community (2025) As he wrote: "But what if the people of peace agreed that God is Peace and the Devil is War? Would our enemies then not be clear?... Let war no longer be an option. Let murder never again be a solution." His message encouraged people from communities long divided by politics, nationality, and religious identity to see one another first as members of the same human family. That same year, The Goal of the Wise was published, followed by The Mahdi's Manifesto, a declaration that called for dignity, justice, and hope for those often overlooked by society. At the heart of his teachings remained a simple principle: "If a person's not your brother in faith, he's your brother in humanity... Humanity comes first." A Growing Global Movement As the movement expanded internationally, so too did the challenges faced by its followers. Believers reported persecution in a number of countries where the movement's teachings conflicted with prevailing religious or political authorities. Accounts included the loss of civil rights, arrests, intimidation, physical assaults, and discrimination against members of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light. Yet the controversy also drew increasing academic attention. Scholars of religion and sociology visited the community's headquarters, interviewed members, and met personally with Abdullah Hashem. Researchers such as Massimo Introvigne, Susan Palmer, Holly Folk, and others began studying the movement as it continued to grow. Conferences and academic presentations explored its teachings, history, and place within the contemporary religious landscape. The conversation had begun. Can religion exist without coercion? Can faith unite rather than divide? Can humanity truly come before difference? Abdullah Hashem had succeeded in starting the conversation - was it really from religion to restrict, to oppress, to exclude? Or was God much greater, much kinder, much more all-encompassing? Legacy Viewed across two decades, the pattern is unmistakable. With every relocation the community widened - but Abdullah Hashem never faltered from his decision to love and take care of everyone who came to him. Every book he wrote challenged assumptions, and he allowed the world new perspectives of religion that are tolerant, merciful, compassionate. Every lecture he gave invited people to question inherited beliefs and seek truth for themselves. For those who follow him, Aba Al-Sadiq's greatest achievement is not measured by buildings, publications, or organizational growth. It is found in the lives of those who say they discovered purpose, belonging, and hope through his teachings. People from different nations, languages, cultures, and backgrounds came together as one family, striving to live according to principles of compassion, sacrifice, equality, and service. His followers believe that he has given them more than answers. He has given them the courage to think independently, to seek God sincerely, and to build lives centered not on fear, but on love. Whether viewed as a teacher, an author, or the leader of a growing religion, the story of Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq is ultimately the story of an idea—that humanity is strongest when it remembers that every person is first and foremost a child of God. There are no words we could possibly say to express how grateful we are. We thank God for this father, who has allowed us to believe in better and to be better. Thank you, Aba Al-Sadiq.

Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia – July 24, 2026. Two AROPL members carried out an outreach campaign across several towns in Negeri Sembilan during the state's election period. The activity took place in Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Jalil, Putrajaya and several towns in the state of Negeri Sembilan. The participants traveled to multiple locations where they distributed flyers, posted posters, and displayed a banner bearing the message, "Allegiance is to Allah." The outreach coincided with the Negeri Sembilan state election, providing an opportunity to reach people across the region. The campaign focused on public visibility through posters and banner displays in the selected locations.

Some titles in scripture are so important that they deserve special attention. “The Son of Man” is one of those mysterious titles. Many people think they understand it because it is often associated with Jesus Christ. However, this idea usually stems from tradition, rather than a careful reading of the scriptures. When you read passages from Judaism, Christianity, and Islam together, a broader picture emerges. The Son of Man is not just a title in one religion or book. He is part of a larger story found in the Abrahamic faiths: the battle between good and evil, the question of true authority, the fall of a rebellious ruler, and the promise that God will restore creation through a chosen figure in the end times. The Struggle Over Rule in Heaven and on Earth Scripture shows that God works through chosen agents. For example, the Qur’an says Allah takes souls at death, but also notes the Angel of Death does this. God brings down rain through the Archangel Michael and brings revelations to the Prophets through the Archangel Gabriel. God acts through creatures He creates, and so these acts are attributed to Him. This pattern appears throughout scripture: God sends messages through angels and rules creation through representatives, giving beings special tasks and responsibilities. Thus, sacred texts sometimes say God does something directly and, at other times, a chosen agent does. Yet, the action remains God’s command, even when carried out by someone else on His behalf. If we take a look at the Book of Job, Satan appears before God’s court and is allowed to test Job with God's permission. From examples like this, we see that Satan still has power: he can accuse, test, and act in the world. He can control the weather, control entire groups of people, influencing them to raid Job’s home and kill his servants. In the Gospels, he offers the rulership and control over all the nations of the world to Jesus if he obeys him as his God. The Mahdi Aba Al-Sadiq revealed that Satan has been ruling the world all this time, a fact that was exposed in the past by Jesus, but buried under false religious interpretations. In the Qur’an, Iblis refuses to prostrate to Adam as Caliph because he had previously ruled the earth as its creator angel. He makes this clear by saying he is better than Adam, dictating his origin of creation as superior to that of Adam. God gave Satan respite to rule the earth until the Appointed Time, when he will be cast off the throne, punished, and God’s true rulership will be established. Since that time, we have been living in the State of Satan, which explains why this world is so full of suffering and hardship. It is not simply a test from God as religions tell us. We are living on the surface of hell, and we desperately need to establish God’s Kingdom on earth to restore the earth to its original state, an Edenic-like state. The Prophets and Messengers were preparing for this: warning the nations and bringing good news of the kingdom of God. The final hope for believers is not just comfort after suffering, but also the defeat of evil, the removal of the false ruler, and the clear return of God’s rule on earth. The Fall of the False Ruler and the Promise of the Savior A powerful ruler once ruled over creation but fell because of pride and rebellion. In Islam, people call this rebel Iblis. In Judaism and Christianity, people refer to him as Satan, Lucifer, or Azazel. He is also the false god posing as God. He was once close to God, creating and ruling on His behalf, but he rebelled and made a promise that he would harm creation. His promise is proving true as billions of people on this earth are suffering gross injustice today. This is why in the Abrahamic traditions, the people await a universal Savior who will eliminate Satan to remove his influence over the earth. This Savior is not only here to save us, but he will also replace Satan in ruling over God’s Creation. This hope for the end times is critical in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. All three faiths look to the same end. In Christianity, this is the second coming of Christ and the defeat of evil. In Islam, it is the coming of the Mahdi or Qaim who defeats Iblis and brings justice. In Judaism, it is God’s victory and restoration through the Messiah. We are here to give good news to all the people who follow these three faiths of the appearance of the Son of Man. He has not come to prove their religion right. Rather, he came to restore Truth by revealing and restoring the True Religion of the True God. Daniel’s Vision of the Son of Man There is a clear biblical image of this found in Daniel 7. Daniel sees “one like a son of man” coming with the clouds of heaven to the Ancient of Days, and this figure is given authority, glory, sovereign power, and an everlasting dominion. There are two figures in view: the Ancient of Days and the one like a son of man who approaches Him and receives rule. In the Book of Ezekiel, God refers to Ezekiel as “son of man,” indicating that he is a mortal. But in Daniel 7, the Son of Man is portrayed as a Divine Being rather than simply a mortal. Daniel does not fully reveal who this figure is, but he gives the basic picture that later texts build on: a unique person who appears at a key moment and is given authority by God. The Books of Enoch Identify Him More Openly In the Books of Enoch, the Son of Man is described more directly, making the picture much clearer. In 1 Enoch 46, Enoch sees a man-like figure and asks who he is: “There I beheld the Ancient of days, whose head was like white wool, and with him another, whose countenance resembled that of man. His countenance was full of grace, like that of one of the holy angels. Then I inquired of one of the angels, who went with me, and who showed me every secret thing, concerning this Son of man; who he was; whence he was; and why he accompanied the Ancient of days. He answered and said to me, This is the Son of man, to whom righteousness belongs; with whom righteousness has dwelt; and who will reveal all the treasures of that which is concealed: for the Lord of spirits has chosen him; and his portion has surpassed all before the Lord of spirits in everlasting uprightness. This Son of man, whom thou beholdest, shall raise up kings and the mighty from their couches, and the powerful from their thrones; shall loosen the bridles of the powerful, and break in pieces the teeth of sinners. He shall hurl kings from their thrones and their dominions, because they will not exalt and praise him, nor humble themselves before him, by whom their kingdoms were granted to them. The countenance likewise of the mighty shall He cast down, filling them with confusion. Darkness shall be their habitation, and worms shall be their bed; nor from that their bed shall they hope to be again raised, because they exalted not the name of the Lord of spirits.” (1 Enoch, Chapter 46, Verses 1-4) In 1 Enoch 48, the description expands further. The Son of Man receives his name before the sun, stars, and heavenly signs come into being. He supports the righteous, brings light to the nations, and gives hope to the troubled in heart. The passage states that he was chosen and hidden before the world began, and that kings and mighty men humble themselves before him. This demonstrates that the Son of Man acts not only as a judge, but also as a source of salvation, support, and guidance for the righteous. This is important because it shows that the Son of Man was not just a later Christian idea. Long before the New Testament, this title and description referred to a specific figure with a clear role, authority, and mission. Isaiah’s Righteous Servant and the Coming Ruler We could conduct an entire comparative study of these passages and the Book of Isaiah, describing this figure in detail. The shocking parallels are no coincidence and clearly speak about the same figure. As Jesus used the Book of Isaiah as proof that he was the promised Messiah to the children of Israel, it is clear that he knew these prophecies about the Son of Man very well and was teaching the disciples of his future rising. The Books of Enoch are the clearest about who the Son of Man is, and Isaiah helps explain his mission. In Isaiah, the Righteous Servant is not just a holy man but God’s chosen agent to restore divine order. God upholds him, puts His Spirit upon him, and sends him to bring justice to the nations, not only Israel. He is also given as a covenant for the people, showing his mission is central to God’s relationship with His chosen ones and to restoring what was broken. He restores Jacob, gathers Israel, while teaching all the nations and ruling over them. He opens blind eyes, brings prisoners out of darkness, and re-establishes what was ruined. Isaiah says kings and princes will prostrate to him and shut their mouths because of him. These passages show a righteous servant of God with global authority, a mission of restoration, and power over rulers. Isaiah shows the Servant’s mission is both judicial and saving. He will come with a law that the people have been waiting for, and will raise a banner. In Isaiah 11, this Spirit-filled ruler judges the poor with righteousness, decides with equity for the meek, strikes the earth with the rod of his mouth, and kills the wicked with the breath of his lips. The full mission of the Servant in Isaiah is to restore God’s people, spread salvation beyond Israel, humble kings, judge wickedness, free the oppressed, and establish righteousness on earth. Even when he is not called by the title “the Son of Man,” he carries the same kind of end-times mission found in other traditions. If we put away prejudice and religious envy and wars, we can see that all these religions are awaiting the same exact Ruler to arrive and deliver the earth from Satan and injustice. 3 Enoch Shows Enoch in His Exalted State If 1 Enoch reveals who the Son of Man is, 3 Enoch describes his exalted state. 3 Enoch describes the process of Enoch being invited into heaven and then transformed from a son of man into an Angel - the Angel Metatron. He is seated at the right hand of God and given great power and authority. He is described as younger in days than the older heavenly beings, giving him the title of “the Youth.” Enoch was the only angel who was first a human being, then was transformed into a Great Angel by God Himself. Hence, the title The Son of Man. 3 Enoch 12 gives one of the strongest titles in the tradition. Metatron says God “called me the lesser YHWH.” Later, in 3 Enoch 48c, the text says Enoch, the son of Jared, whose name is Metatron, was taken from among the children of men, given a throne, entrusted with wisdom beyond the angels, and placed over all the household above and below. “Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he comes. Truly, I say to you, he will set him over all his possessions.” (Bible, Book of Matthew, Chapter 24, Verses 45-47) He is given many other titles that fit the same pattern: the Youth, the Lesser YHWH, the angel of the veil, and the angel of the covenant. In this tradition, Enoch is not just an ancient patriarch. He is the man who was exalted, given a throne, and made the chief heavenly representative under God. He is the Son of Man himself. The one that sits at the right hand of God. The irony of this revelation is that while Satan’s main concern in refusing to obey Adam as the ruler over the earth was that Adam was a human being. Then God chose a man to replace him to rule over the heavens and the earth. Michael, Raphael, Gabriel, Phanuel, and the holy angels who were in the heavens above, went in and out of it. Michael, Raphael, and Gabriel went out of that habitation, and holy angels innumerable. With them was the Ancient of days, whose head was white as wool, and pure, and his robe was indescribable. Then I fell upon my face, while all my flesh was dissolved, and my spirit became changed. I cried out with a loud voice, with a powerful spirit, blessing, glorifying, and exalting. And those blessings, which proceeded from my mouth, became acceptable in the presence of the Ancient of days. The Ancient of days came with Michael and Gabriel, Raphael and Phanuel, with thousands of thousands, and myriads of myriads, which could not be numbered. Then that angel came to me, and with his voice saluted me, saying, Thou art the offspring (son) of man, who art born for righteousness, and righteousness has rested on thee. The righteousness of the Ancient of days shall not forsake thee. He said, On thee shall he confer peace in the name of the existing world; for from thence has peace gone forth since the world was created. And thus shall it happen to thee for ever and ever. All who shall exist, and who shall walk in thy path of righteousness, shall not forsake thee for ever. With thee shall be their habitations, with thee their lot; nor from thee shall they be separated for ever and ever. And thus shall length of days be with the offspring of man. Peace shall be to the righteous; and the path of integrity shall the righteous pursue, in the name of the Lord of spirits, for ever and ever. (1 Enoch, Chapter 70, Verses 11-24) From reading these holy books, we see that the Son of Man is clearly identified and described as Enoch, giving us a full account of his original story and role in creation and divine rulership. Jesus Speaks of the Son of Man If we look closely now at the end times prophecies in the Gospels, as Jesus describes the coming of the Son of Man and his power, the picture becomes clearer that he is referring to the same exact person, the Angel who is now ruling at the Right Hand of God. This is why people continue to debate the title in the New Testament. The text shows that the Son of Man is not just an ordinary person, but it does not clearly explain who he is, nor does it clearly state that Jesus was speaking of himself. In fact, he promised he would send another comforter to the disciples and does not say that it is he who will come to rule. He already came to rule, and we all know what happened to him at the hands of the disbelievers. The Same Figure Appears in Islamic Tradition as the Mahdi or Qaim The wider Islamic tradition extends this pattern further by connecting the end times victory over evil, the restoration of justice, and the rise of divine truth to the Mahdi or the Qaim. Mahdi means Guide and Qaim means Riser in the Arabic language. In Islamic narrations, the Qaim is the one who rises with the truth, defeats evil on earth, restores justice, and establishes the rightful rule of God, raising a Banner that says on it, “Allegiance is to God.” In that sense, the wider Abrahamic record preserves the same figure through description and role. The names may change, but the mission stays the same. Imam Al-Sadiq said: “If the Riser rises he shall call the people to a new Islam, and he shall guide them to a matter that was lost and that the people strayed from, and verily the Riser was called a Mahdi [a Guide] because he guides to a matter which is lost, and he was called a Riser because he rises with the truth.” (Bihar Al-Anwar, Al-Allamah Al-Majlisi, Vol. 51, p. 30) Why This Figure Was Hidden Across Time At this point, the reason for the confusion is easier to see. The Son of Man was not missing from scripture, but his story was spread out across different texts. He was a treasure that needed to be sought and revealed. One passage shows his authority, another his being chosen, another his role in judgment, another his mission to the righteous, another his exaltation, and another keeps the same role but uses a different title. This is why many people do not notice him. Most readers are used to staying within one tradition, one set of books, and one way of understanding. But the bigger picture only shows up when you look at all the traditions together. All true revelation comes from one source: God and His Prophets and Messengers. The Son of Man Has Now Appeared The Son of Man was hidden across time, languages, and traditions until the right time for his revelation. That time is now. The person these writings describe has now appeared and is revealing these truths on his own. His name today is Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq. He is the Mahdi, the Qaim, the Righteous Servant, and the Son of Man now revealed in the end times. He appeared publicly after the death of King Abdullah, as the traditions about the rise of the Qaim indicate, raising the Banner of Guidance, which is written on it, “Allegiance is to God.” His call spread from Egypt into the West, where his matter was openly raised. This is why the subject is no longer only about ancient books, hidden titles, or old prophecies. It is now about recognition. The Son of Man is no longer hidden only in fragments of scripture. He is here and openly calling people to the Supremacy and Rulership of God. What was once sealed in passages and symbols is now being explained by the one those passages were speaking about all along. “The Son of Man Is Lord of the Sabbath” - A Hidden Sign As a sign of his appearance, a hidden clue was given by Jesus in the New Testament Gospels, where he famously says that the Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath. This statement was not just about authority in the time of Jesus. It foreshadowed the identity and role of the Son of Man in the end times. Jesus connected the Son of Man to the Sabbath, one of the oldest and most sacred commandments of God. This matters because the Sabbath was never a small issue to God. Today, Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq has restored the ancient commandment of the Sabbath as a holy day for God’s chosen people. The believers in His Call from all nations and backgrounds are now celebrating this holy day as a sign of their allegiance to God and His Appointed Ruler. As he brought the Seventh and final Covenant between God and humanity, he also restored the seventh day of God’s people. This is deeply fitting and extremely significant. The one who brings the final Covenant also restores the sign of the seventh day. For those who understand, this is a sign Jesus left in advance. The Son of Man would not only be recognized by clouds, judgment, and the gathering of the righteous but also by his lordship over the Sabbath and the restoration of God’s ancient commands. This is a powerful detail when placed beside the larger pattern. The Son of Man not only speaks about the kingdom of God but restores the order, signs, and commandments that belong to it. For any reader out there who is looking for God - don’t miss your chance. Go to Him even if you must crawl over ice or break out of a box. Your salvation is here. What you have been promised has arrived.

A dedicated group of believers carried out missionary work in downtown Toronto, Canada, during the final weekend of the World Cup. Many visitors and local residents gathered along Queen's Quay, creating a busy and lively atmosphere. The believers took the opportunity to spread the message of AROPL by posting stickers in public areas where permitted. Their desire was to share hope and encourage people to think about God's love. With crowds from many different backgrounds passing through the area, the outreach provided an opportunity to reach people from all walks of life.

July 10 – Serbia. Believers in Serbia took part in missionary outreach on July 10 by putting up posters, helping introduce more people to the message of the faith. Their efforts are part of a growing wave of outreach taking place across different countries, with believers dedicating their time to ensuring the message continues to reach new audiences. From city streets to small towns, these acts of devotion are helping the call of truth travel farther than ever before. The continued commitment of believers around the world is allowing the message of peace, light, and hope to reach people from every background.

July 11 – Bojan, Croatia. On July 11, a believer in Bojan, Croatia, carried out missionary work by placing stickers and promotional materials in public areas to spread the glad tidings of the Qaim's appearance. The outreach was part of an ongoing effort to share the message with the wider community and invite people to learn more. This is another example of the message continuing to reach new places around the world through the dedication of believers committed to spreading a message of peace, hope, and light.

July 5, 2026 – Toronto, Canada. Believers in Toronto came together on July 5 to prepare and hand out meals to people in need across the city. As they distributed the food, they also took the opportunity to speak with members of the public and share their message. The outreach brought together acts of charity and conversation, with volunteers serving the local community while inviting others to learn more about their faith.

July 5, 2026 – Bangladesh. Believers took to the streets in parts of Bangladesh on July 5 to carry out missionary outreach, distributing stickers and engaging members of the public in conversations about their faith. During the outreach, participants were also seen raising banners bearing the slogan, "Allegiance is to Allah."

In the winter of 2025, Aharon, an Orthodox Jew from Israel, joined the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL), an international faith community with members from across the world. Before long, he was teaching Hebrew and the Torah. The classroom filled quickly. Around the room sat Arabs and Israelis. Iranians, Europeans, Africans, Asians, and Americans. Some had been raised as Muslims, others as Christians. Others had spent years with no religion at all before finding faith again. Their biographies could scarcely have been more different. Yet each week they gathered together and found themselves tracing the same ancient story. For members of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, these lessons carried particular significance as the faith preserves many teachings, symbols, and practices rooted in the Jewish tradition and sees them as an essential part of humanity's shared religious inheritance. Learning directly from an Orthodox Jew offered an opportunity that few had ever imagined. For members of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, these lessons opened a deeper understanding of their own faith. AROPL preserves many teachings, symbols, and practices rooted in the Hebrew tradition, making the opportunity to study with an Orthodox Jew especially meaningful. The Sabbath was explored as one of the oldest living expressions of the covenant between God and His people. The Star of David was examined both as the enduring emblem of the Jewish people and, within AROPL theology, as the sacred symbol of the Seventh Covenant. Yet the heart of the classes lay in the stories of the Torah itself. Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and the other messengers revered across the Abrahamic faiths became a meeting point rather than a dividing line, reminding students that these traditions share far more than they are often given credit for. The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light is guided by a simple principle: Humanity Before Religion. It is more than a slogan. It is an ideal that finds its fullest expression in ordinary moments—people gathering to learn, asking sincere questions, and treating one another's traditions with respect. Around that classroom, the principle came to life. These lectures are now being released on YouTube. They offer a glimpse into an encounter that few would expect to find: an Orthodox Israeli teaching the Torah to a room filled with people from across the world. Their nationalities, cultures, and religious backgrounds might otherwise have kept them strangers. Instead, they became fellow students, drawn together by a shared search for truth and a willingness to learn from one another.

Narayanganj, Bangladesh — July 5, 2026 A group of AROPL believers living together in Narayanganj, Bangladesh, say they are facing growing hostility following their missionary activities and fear they may be targeted in an attack. According to AROPL member Mustafa Kawsar, he currently lives in a shared house with three other believers. A friend who is not a member of the group also lives at the residence. The group says it has been carrying out missionary work in the area, including distributing and posting religious materials. They report that many of the posters they displayed were later removed or torn down. The situation reportedly escalated after the recent pledge of allegiance by Sayed Abul Hasnat Yeadi Mahmud, whom the group describes as a respected senior journalist in the local community. According to the believers, several local religious leaders then went to a police station to file a complaint against the group. The complaint accused them of promoting a new religion, distorting Islam, and acting as agents of Israel. However, journalists who were present at the police station reportedly objected to the inclusion of Mahmud's name, citing his reputation in the community. The group says that, as a result, police declined to accept the complaint. The believers further allege that a police officer suggested the complainants should wait until a physical confrontation occurred before police would intervene. According to the group, journalists who witnessed the events at the police station later informed Mahmud, who then relayed the information to Mustafa Kawsar. The believers say local religious figures are now attempting to rally residents against them. They believe announcements made during upcoming Friday prayers may be used to encourage people to target their residence. While the group says it has received warnings of a possible attack, it does not know when such an incident might occur. The believers identify Noor Mohammad Fakir, whom they describe as a local Sufi Sunni religious figure, as the individual allegedly leading efforts against the group. Mustafa Kawsar also expressed concern about a movement locally referred to as "Touhidi Jonota" ("Monotheist People"), which he describes as an extremist group that has allegedly participated in acts of religious violence in the region. He claims the group has previously attacked religious sites and individuals with differing religious beliefs. Individuals associated with Touhidi Jonota are based opposite the believers' residence and have been monitoring who enters and leaves the house. He also says that Noor Mohammad Fakir operates a business and religious centre nearby. These allegations raise serious concerns regarding: Freedom of religion or belief. Incitement to religious hatred and violence. Threats of mob violence against a religious minority. Possible failure of state authorities to provide equal protection under the law. Allegations of police misconduct, including the reported encouragement of vigilante violence. At the time of reporting, these threats indicate a potentially serious risk to the safety and security of the believers residing in Narayanganj and warrant close monitoring.

Human Rights Without Frontiers (HRWF), a non-profit organization based in Brussels, Belgium, focused on promoting and protecting human rights globally, has been monitoring and reporting on the plight of believers in the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light for several years. Following the police raid on the AROPL headquarters, Webb House, on 29 April 2026, HRWF published a scathing review of the rhetoric used by British Member of Parliament Connor Naismith regarding the raid and AROPL's presence in Crewe. The article, written by Human Rights Without Frontiers Associate Director Hans Noot and published on the HRWF website on 5 June, is titled "UNITED KINGDOM: Crewe MP Naismith siding with presumption of guilt in AROPL case." It shines a spotlight on the role played by Connor Naismith, the Labour MP for Crewe and Nantwich, in shaping public perception. According to the article, he neglected his responsibility to urge restraint and patience while the police investigation takes its course. HRWF states: "In media interviews and posts, MP Naismith repeatedly refers to 'fear', 'anxiety', 'deep shock' and 'serious concern' in Crewe following the raid on Webb House and the allegations against AROPL members. He tells the BBC that the community is 'understandably living in fear' and that his message is to 'allow the authorities to carry out their duty of providing justice where crimes have been perpetrated'. Acknowledging the emotional impact of serious allegations is part of an MP's role. The difficulty is that his public comments give weight to community shock without two essential clarifications. First, there is no clear reminder that allegations are not convictions, and that guilt or innocence can only be determined in court after a fair trial. Second, there is no parallel expression of concern for the impact of raids, publicity and hostility on AROPL members themselves—their mental health, safety, social standing and ability to practise their faith." The article argues that public figures such as Connor Naismith should be held to a high standard when making public statements that can affect an entire community. It contends that his remarks have had a significant impact on his constituency by contributing to fear and hostility towards a persecuted religious minority residing at Webb House. It further argues that his conduct should be reviewed by the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards in light of the ongoing protests, which it suggests may have been encouraged by his public comments. The article goes on to provide a more detailed analysis of the position conveyed by Connor Naismith, criticizing what it describes as his praise of the police while implying that the allegations against some members of the faith indicate guilt. It argues that the concerns he repeatedly voices present a one-sided narrative, portraying AROPL negatively in the court of public opinion. Connor Naismith, Labour MP for Crewe and Nantwich, is no stranger to controversy. In 2025, he was involved in controversy surrounding a parliamentary vote on whether to establish an inquiry into grooming gangs. He voted against the inquiry, a decision that prompted criticism from members of the public and various publications. The Divine Just State magazine would like to extend its gratitude to Hans Noot for his continued efforts to draw attention to the challenges AROPL has faced, and continues to face, in the aftermath of the police raid on Webb House.

On 20 June 2026, believers in the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light took to the streets of Songkhla Province, Thailand, in a convoy of four vehicles to raise awareness of the call of the Mahdi among the people of Thailand. Over the course of four hours, the convoy displayed black banners bearing the words, "Allegiance is to God." Images of Abdullah Hashem were also displayed, alongside the Star of David emblem of the religion and a banner advertising the "Festival of the Will." Two members of the convoy delivered speeches after stopping at a village to share the glad tidings of the Mahdi and the Qaim from the Family of Mohammed. They spoke about the narration of the death of King Abdullah, emphasized the Will of Prophet Mohammed, and highlighted the teachings of Aba Al-Sadiq on freedom of religion and "Humanity before Religion." Unexpectedly, a villager invited the convoy to the marketplace near the Islamic masjid on behalf of the market owner, saying, "Please come to the market too." The group was warmly welcomed, distributed flyers, and found that the people accepted them peacefully. The believers felt encouraged by the warm reception. The group of believers connected the warm reception to the words of Jesus Christ in Matthew 10:11–15: "If a town welcomes you, let your peace rest on it; if not, leave and shake off the dust." They interpreted the welcome as a sign that the people had welcomed the Mahdi himself, citing Matthew 10:40: "Anyone who welcomes you welcomes me." The believers prayed that God would bless the village that welcomed the Qaim. People in other villages waved happily or looked on with curiosity as the convoy passed. The convoy continued to the port and boarded a ship, carrying the banners and the news of the Mahdi from land to sea.