The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light moved into a former orphanage in Crewe in 2021. It’s American-born leader Abdullah Hashem has declared himself the Madhi or saviour. But earlier this year, 500 police officers raided the organisation's headquarters, leading to protests in the town throughout the summer. File on 4 Investigates follows the group’s journey from Egypt through Europe to discover what brought them to the UK. Presented by Hayley Mortimer & Emir Nader.Archive: The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light / AROPL Studios.

The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light moved into a former orphanage in Crewe, Cheshire, in 2021. Its American-born leader, Abdullah Hashem, claims to be the Mahdi, a messianic figure regarded in Islam as the saviour of mankind. Earlier this year, around 500 police officers raided the organisation's headquarters as part of an investigation into allegations of forced marriage, modern slavery and sexual offences. In this episode of BBC News: Behind the Investigation, journalists Hayley Mortimer and Emir Nader explain how they investigated the group's journey from Egypt to Germany, Sweden and ultimately the UK. They discuss the beliefs of the movement, its controversial leader, the disappearance of a former member, and the challenges of reporting on a new religious movement. To hear the full investigation, search for File on 4 Investigates on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Background to the police investigation: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c759n2lnxz0o #BBCNews #BehindTheInvestigation #FileOn4 #Crewe #Religion #Investigation #UKNews #AhmadiReligionOfPeaceAndLight For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news

The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light moved into a former orphanage in Crewe, Cheshire, in 2021. Its American-born leader, Abdullah Hashem, claims to be the Mahdi, a messianic figure regarded in Islam as the saviour of mankind. Earlier this year, around 500 police officers raided the organisation's headquarters as part of an investigation into allegations of forced marriage, modern slavery and sexual offences. In this episode of BBC News: Behind the Investigation, journalists Hayley Mortimer and Emir Nader explain how they investigated the group's journey from Egypt to Germany, Sweden and ultimately the UK. They discuss the beliefs of the movement, its controversial leader, the disappearance of a former member, and the challenges of reporting on a new religious movement. To hear the full investigation, search for File on 4 Investigates on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Background to the police investigation: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c759n2lnxz0o #BBCNews #BehindTheInvestigation #FileOn4 #Crewe #Religion #Investigation #UKNews #AhmadiReligionOfPeaceAndLight For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news

Officers investigating reports of several serious offences alleged to have involved members of a religious group called the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in Crewe, have arrested ten people. In March 2026 Cheshire police were made aware of allegations of serious sexual offences, forced marriage and modern slavery, reported to have taken place in 2023. All of the offences involved one victim, a woman, who was a member of the group at the time the offences occurred. Following a detailed investigation into the allegations, officers have today, Wednesday 29 April, conducted three warrants in Crewe, including Webb House, along with two other properties on Nantwich Road and Badger Avenue, leading to the arrest of six men and three women. More than 500 officers from Cheshire Police and neighbouring forces have been involved in the operation, which took place at around 8.50am on the 29th April 2026. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1XI4TFW_nEY4IFfTxUUkCg/join

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In part one of this series we will look at who Abdullah Hashem is and how he rose to fame before he started his cult. Strangely there seems to be very little information on Hashrm’s family and childhood but I have pieced together what I can. Who is the man behind this new cult the Ahmed religion of peace and light? #ahmedi #crewe #history #expose #egyptian #american #religion #abdullah #beaniehat

Has former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s career been scripted and controlled by the strange leader of a breakaway Hare Krishna group? Chris Butler formed the Science of Identity organization in the seventies. Gabbard’s parents joined when she was two years old. Gabbard claims Butler has no influence on her political life, yet bombshell reporting by the Washington Post piece unearths 25,000 leaked documents to reveal that her guru may have been pulling the strings all along. The kicker? Gabbard resigned two days after journalist Jon Swaine let her team know the article would be published. Meanwhile, another cult-leader story concerns American-born Abdullah Hashem. Claiming to be the “true and only legitimate pope” (as well as successor of Jesus, Saint Peter, and Mohammed), Hashem and 150 followers took over a former orphanage in England—and have been building a significant online following ever since. On April 29, hundreds of police raided Hashem’s headquarters, charging the holy man and eight others with human trafficking, sex crimes, and forced marriage. This is the story of how these two cult operators are influencing minds across the pond. Show Notes British Police Raid Abdullah Hashem’s Compound Slavery and Trafficking Risk Orders Granted in AROPL Case Religious Sect Immigration Visas Investigated Patreon Bonus: The New Age Muslim Apocalyptic Prophet WaPo Piece on Tulsi Gabbard’s Mysterious Guru’s Influence on her Political Career Hare Krishna Guru Sought Political Power Starting in the 1970s New Yorker: What Does Tulsi Gabbard Believe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Eavesdroppin’, Geordie & Michelle look at more cults! Because why not! How many doomsday cults have you heard of? This week, Geordie rattles off a load of them including Heavens Gate, the Branch Davidians, The People’s temple… Plus she discusses the Doomsday Clock and takes a look at a new cult based on an old idea – the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, otherwise known as AROPL. Religion or cult? You decide! Michelle follows with a mini dive into another cult-slash-religion that’s thriving in a non-descript suburb of Melbourne, Australia. The Geelong Revival Centre is one of Australia’s longest running under-the-radar cults that’s now being exposed in the media. Listen now to hear shocking stories of what went on behind closed doors and how emotional survivors of the cult can now tell their stories. So pop on your headphones, grab a brown lemonade and join Geordie & Michelle for this week’s episode, plus chat about Ozzy Osbourne’s death, meeting-a-celeb stories, Jen’s pussy tops and more, only on Eavesdroppin’ podcast. And remember, wherever you are, whatever you do, just keep Eavesdroppin’! *Disclaimer: We don’t claim to have any factual info about anything ever and our opinions are just opinions not fact, sooorrrryyy! Don’t sue us! Please rate, review, tell your friends and subscribe in all the usual places – we love it when you do! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eavesdroppin (https://www.patreon.com/eavesdroppin) Do write in with your stories at hello@eavesdroppinpodcast.com (mailto:hello@eavesdroppinpodcast.com) or send us a Voice Note! Listen: http://www.eavesdroppinpodcast.com (http://www.eavesdroppinpodcast.com/)orhttps://podfollow.com/eavesdroppin (https://podfollow.com/eavesdroppin) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqcuzv-EXizUo4emmt9Pgfw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqcuzv-EXizUo4emmt9Pgfw) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eavesdroppinpodcast (https://www.facebook.com/eavesdroppinpodcast) #cults #doomsdaycults #geelongrevivalcentre #AROPL #waco #heavensgate #raelians #prayharder #doomsdayclock #reallife #truestories #eavesdroppin #eavesdroppinpodcast #eavesdroppincomedypodcast #podcast #comedy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information. Episode link: https://play.headliner.app/episode/28429870?utm_source=youtube (video made with Headliner.app)

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In a further alarming development, three more members of AROPL were arrested for spreading posters.

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In this exclusive interview Zahra Hassoun shares her personal account of her experiences inside the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL), also known as the Religion of Peace and Light. During this interview, Zahra discusses allegations concerning: ► Internal control and manipulation of members ► Secretive leadership structures and authority claims ► Family involvement within the organization ► Claims of psychological pressure and intimidation ► The role of Hani Shakir Khairallah and Abdullah Hashem ► Disputes regarding spiritual authority and alleged supernatural claims ► Her reasons for leaving the movement This interview forms part of an ongoing series documenting testimonies from former members, relatives, and individuals formerly associated with the organization. Disclaimer: The views and allegations expressed in this interview are those of the interviewee. They are presented as part of her personal testimony and experiences. If you have information relevant to this investigation or wish to share your own experiences, please contact the channel. #ZahraHassoun #AROPL #ReligionOfPeaceAndLight #AbdullahHashem #HaniShakir #MahdiCult #CultAwareness #ReligiousMovements #Whistleblower #FormerMember #CultSurvivor #ExposingAROPL #Interview #Testimony