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Rabwah Times

Attempted Sexual Assault Reported in Rabwah, Case Registered

Police in Rabwah registered a case on June 22, 2026, against a man accused of attempted sexual assault. The complainant, a resident of Sialkot who was temporarily staying at her mother’s home in Mohalla Tahirabad, Rabwah, stated that at approximately 4:45 a.m., the accused allegedly scaled the wall of the house and forcibly entered. She reported that the accused restrained her, forcibly removed her clothing, and attempted to assault her. Her cries for help alerted her mother, who intervened, prompting …

Ahmadis and Haredi Jews Hold Rare Interfaith Meeting in Israel

Members of the Muslim Ahmadiyya community from Haifa traveled to Beit Shemesh on Thursday for a rare meeting with members of the local Haredi Jewish community. The gathering was part of the Interfaith Ambassadors Program, an initiative led by program alumni Rabbi Elhanan Rosenfeld and Esther Rosenfeld of Beit Shemesh, along with Ms. Du’a Odeh of Haifa. The meeting aimed to foster dialogue and understanding across religious and ideological lines. The visit began at the Rosenfeld family home, where the …

Ahmadi Prosecutor Behind Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Suspended by British Bar

Karim Ahmad Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), has found himself mired in controversy since issuing arrest warrants in 2024 for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Khan, a British lawyer of Pakistani Ahmadiyya origin, has faced an array of challenges, including allegations of misconduct, political opposition, and professional sanctions. Khan, born in 1970 into an Ahmadi Muslim family in the U.K., studied law at King’s College London. Over his illustrious …

Former Pakistani PM and Ambassador Linked to Secretive Society ‘Dialog’

Newly leaked documents have revealed that former Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and ex-Ambassador to the United States Ali Jehangir Siddiqui are among the prominent figures associated with Dialog, an exclusive invite-only society founded by billionaire tech investor Peter Thiel in 2006. The group brings together influential leaders from politics, technology, and media for off-the-record discussions, but has drawn criticism for its secrecy and agenda-setting influence. Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, who served as Pakistan’s prime minister from 2017 to 2018. …

Malaysia Detains 300 Ahmadis in Religious Raid

Authorities in Malaysia detained 300 members of the Ahmadiyah Muslim Community, including 12 leaders and organizers, during a raid on a religious event in the state of Sabah, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) confirmed. The joint operation, conducted by the Sabah Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JHEAINS) and police, targeted a gathering associated with the Ahmadiyah Qadiani sect. The event, part of the group’s 32nd Regional Jalsa Salana, was held from May 29 to 31 at the SM Lok Yuk School …

Gunmen Attack Security Vehicle in Rabwah

Unknown gunmen ambushed a security vehicle of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in the vicinity of Aqsa Chowk, Rabwah, on Friday evening, injuring two individuals. The attack occurred at approximately 8:56 p.m. as a pickup truck belonging to the Hifazat-e-Markaz, a private volunteer security force of the community, transported personnel on duty. According to police reports, suspects fired multiple rounds from 9mm pistols, targeting the vehicle from close range. Two individuals, aged 23 and 39, riding in the rear compartment, sustained …

Pope Leo XIV Meets Ahmadi Delegation During Nostra Aetate Anniversary Celebrations

Pope Leo XIV marked the 60th anniversary of Nostra Aetate, the Second Vatican Council’s landmark declaration on interfaith relations, by hosting hundreds of religious leaders at the Vatican. The event included an ecumenical prayer service at the Colosseum and cultural celebrations in the Paul VI Audience Hall, emphasizing dialogue, peace, and shared human values. The Pope described Nostra Aetate as a “way of life,” urging leaders to reject prejudice and work together to foster reconciliation and unity across faiths. Imam …

Activists from Rabwah Address UN Forum in Geneva

Two women with roots in Rabwah, Pakistan, addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council Social Forum in Geneva, using the global platform to highlight the critical connection between education and human rights. The Forum, which opened on October 30, 2025, was centered on the theme of “education’s role in the respect, promotion, and fulfillment of human rights.” The event featured contributions from United Nations representatives, state officials, and civil society leaders. Among the speakers were Shazia Asif, a cybersecurity manager, …

Three Men Arrested for Alleged Illegal Weapon Possession

Police arrested three individuals in separate incidents on Tuesday for the alleged possession of unlicensed firearms, according to official First Information Reports (FIRs) seen by Rabwah Times. The arrests all took place on October 15, 2025, at a police checkpoint established at Chungi #3. The first FIR states that a suspect, identified as Hassan Ali, son of Sikandar Ahmad, resident of Dar ul Fazal, allegedly attempted to turn away upon seeing the police checkpoint. Officers reportedly found a 30-bore pistol, …

Fawad Chaudhry Calls Out Religious Extremism within Ahmadis

Pakistani politician and former federal minister Chaudhry Fawad Hussain has sparked a heated debate on religious extremism, highlighting its presence across all communities, including the Ahmadiyya community. In his tweet, Fawad stated, “Religious extremists, whether Hindu, Muslim, Jew, or Christian, are all the same.” However, he singled out the Ahmadiyya community, alleging their involvement in partition-era violence, particularly in Sialkot. He also referenced their financial support for the All-India Muslim League, writing, “Ahmadis and Ismailis provided the largest funding for …

Police Investigate Alleged Rape Case in Rabwah

Authorities in Rabwah have registered a case under Section 376 of the Pakistan Penal Code against a local photographer, Emanuel, son of Sabir, following allegations of rape. Emanuel, a member of the Christian community in Rabwah and a resident of Bab-ul-Abwab, is accused of sexually assaulting a housewife on the morning of Oct. 13. According to the First Information Report (FIR), the victim visited a local photography studio near the Municipal Committee Rabwah at approximately 10 a.m., where Emanuel worked. …

U.S. Commission Urges Action After Attack on Ahmadi Mosque in Rabwah

The Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission, a bipartisan body of the U.S. House of Representatives, has strongly condemned a violent attack on the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistan and urged the U.S. State Department to take decisive action to protect religious minorities in the country. The Commission reacted to reports of six Ahmadis being injured when gunmen opened fire at the Bait-ul-Mehdi mosque in Rabwah during Friday prayers. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), the Commission described the incident …