December 28, 2016: Scholar and researcher Sheikh Khalid Al-Barakat expressed support for Mohamad Al-Mail and the Upper Hand Organization following the opening of its UK office. He described the organization as “a new platform for freedom, truth, and the support of the oppressed” and encouraged donations to help sustain its work under Mohamad Al-Mail’s supervision. Post.
December 12, 2016: The Upper Hand Organization opened its Manchester office in the UK, serving as a hub for community outreach, educational programs, and engagement with supporters. Speeches were delivered by Mohamad Al-Mail, Sayyed Murtada Al-Jabri, Sheikh Abbas Aghaei, and Muhammad Taqawi, emphasizing courage, spreading Islam’s message, and resisting oppression. The office also launched a campaign distributing The Shia Newspaper, with media coverage by Hajar Media to expand the organization’s global presence. Video, Picture 1, Picture 2, Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3, Photo 4, Photo 5, Photo 6, Photo 7, Photo 8, Photo 9, Photo 10, Photo 11, Photocopy, Audio.
November 7, 2016: Khuddam al-Mahdi Organization expressed its full support for the Upper Hand Organization and its founder, Mohamad Al-Mail. Sheikh Yasser al-Habib praised Al-Mail repeatedly over the years, calling him a “young Kuwaiti hero” in whom he saw himself, a “giant in thought,” and someone whose ambition reminded him of himself. Khuddam al-Mahdi highlighted Al-Mail’s resilience through Kuwait’s legal pressures and the organization’s reestablishment in the UK, while several of its members publicly condemned the legal actions against the Upper Hand Organization and promoted its initiatives via live broadcasts on Fadak TV and Sawt al-Itra channels. Photocopy 1, Photocopy 2, Photocopy 3, Photocopy 4, Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3, Photo 4, Photo 5, Photo 6, Photo 7, Audio 1, Audio 2, Audio 3, Audio 4, Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, Video 4, Video 5, Video 6, Video 7, Video 8, Video 9, Video 10, Video 11, Video 12.
October 27, 2016: The Upper Hand Organization mourned the passing of the late religious scholar Sayyid Taqi al-Qummi. The statement praised him as a devoted cleric and defender of the Husayni rituals, offering condolences to the community and praying for patience and solace for his family. Statement.
September 8, 2016: Following the controversy in Kuwait, Fadak TV hosted Mohamad Al-Mail on its program “Muḥāwar wa Ārā’”. Al-Mail addressed criticisms regarding his statements about certain “companions,” defended his views, and emphasized his intention to return to Kuwait after completing his mission, expressing hope that the government would have reached a more mature stage by then. Video.
August 30, 2016: The Upper Hand Organization issued a condolence message mourning the death of Sayyed Mohammad Reza Al-Qazwini, a poet of the Ahl al-Bayt. The statement extended sympathy to his family and prayed for patience and solace for his loved ones. Statement.
August 30, 2016: Kuwaiti authorities issued a warrant for Mohammad Al-Mail, head of the Upper Hand Organization, citing state security concerns. Interior Minister Mohammad Al-Khaled Al-Sabah accused the group of following a “takfiri doctrine” and attempting to undermine the country’s foundations. The move came after parliamentary and media backlash over the organization’s statements on historical Islamic figures and criticism of Saudi Arabia’s actions in Yemen. Video, Link 1, Link 2, Link 3, Link 4, Link 5.
August 29, 2016: Mohamad Al-Mail, Chancellor of the Upper Hand Organization, stated that the organization’s issues are purely religious and should be addressed by religious authorities, not politicians. He warned that politicizing these matters risks societal division and emphasized that Islam is greater than some historical Islamic figures.
July 25, 2016: The Upper Hand Organization mourned the assassination of Sheikh Rafid Al-Ghraibawi in Baghdad. The organization extended condolences to his family and the wider community, praying for his elevated status and guidance among the faithful. The statement was issued by Hussain Essa. Statement.
July 1, 2016: The Shia Newspaper resumed publication in the UK under the Upper Hand Organization, serving as a platform for British Shia Muslims. The newspaper provides news and information relevant to the community, aiming to amplify their voice and perspectives. Website, Photo 1, Photo 2, Statement.
May 28, 2016: Supporters of the Upper Hand Organization raised its banner in Cairo, declaring “Egypt will return Fatimid.” Authorities arrested participants, including a relative of Hassan Shehata, for recruitment and displaying the group’s symbols. Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3.
May 19, 2016: Kuwait’s Public Prosecution filed a national security case against the Upper Hand Organization and its founder, imposing restrictions on him. The organization emphasized that it is not a political group, secretive organization, or linked to terrorism, nor is it supported by any government or political entity. Video, Link 1, Link 2.
May 6, 2016: Kuwaiti media and MPs targeted the Upper Hand Organization, demanding office closures and prosecution over alleged sectarianism. The organization clarified it is an independent, non-political movement advocating dialogue, continuing its activities globally despite local restrictions. Picture 1, Picture 2, Picture 3, Picture 4, Picture 5, Picture 6, Picture 7, Link 1, Link 2, Link 3, Link 4, Link 5, Link 6, Link 7, Link 8.
April 27, 2016: Mohamad Al-Mail, Chancellor of the Upper Hand Organization, appointed Aws Muhannad Al-Khafaji as the organization’s official representative in Iraq. Decree.
April 5, 2016: The Upper Hand Organization unveiled its official anthem, written by poet Mohammad Al-Saffar, aiming to inspire and motivate Muslims worldwide. The organization described the anthem as a unifying tool to encourage action and strengthen commitment to its principles. Statement. Video.
