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Rabwah Times

Ahmadiyya Leader Sends Condolences After Church Attack in Jordan

The head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in the Holy Land, Muhammad Sharif Odeh, sent condolence messages to several church leaders following a terrorist attack on a church in Karak, Jordan, that killed multiple Christians. In the messages, Odeh expressed profound grief and solidarity, describing the incident as a shared tragedy. “With hearts full of pain and sorrow, we extend our deepest condolences for this grievous loss that has shaken us all,” Odeh wrote. He emphasized the importance of unity, …

Azerbaijan School Hijab Ban Sparks Protests

Protests have erupted across Azerbaijan after the introduction of new school dress code regulations effectively barring students and teachers from wearing hijabs in public schools. The regulations, enacted on September 21 by Azerbaijan’s Cabinet of Ministers, do not explicitly ban the Islamic headscarf but prohibit any clothing incompatible with secular education or the mandated school uniform. In practice, reports show that students and teachers wearing hijabs have been denied entry to classrooms, sparking outrage nationwide. The Cabinet of Ministers adopted …

Linden Crain’s Plan for Amherstburg

Linden Crain, a lifelong resident of Amherstburg and a candidate for Deputy Mayor, has spent four years on council working to improve his hometown. Now, he seeks to bring leadership, experience, and a forward-looking vision to the role. “I’m running because Amherstburg is home, and I want to leave this community better than I found it,” Crain said. For him, the Deputy Mayor’s role is about providing experienced leadership, fostering collaboration within the council, and representing Amherstburg’s interests at Essex …

Police Raid Gambling Den in Rabwah, Arrest Eight

Police in Chenab Nagar arrested eight individuals during a gambling raid in Nasirabad Mohalla, according to an FIR filed on August 14, 2026. The raid occurred after officers, while on patrol near Aqsa Chowk, received a tip about illegal gambling occurring on an empty plot near Haveli Azan Ramzan Tonda. Officers, including Naveedul Hassan (194/C), Sohail Ahmed (253/C), and Usman Ghani (634/C), carried out the operation. Eight suspects were apprehended at the scene: Muhammad Ramzan, Muhammad Ali, Irfan Ahmed, Asif …

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, …