Ruben Onsu and Sarwendah recently appeared together in a court mediation room. According to reports from detikHOT and SINDOnews, the mediation process reached a deadlock, resulting in the court postponing further hearings until August 6.
The legal battle centers on the custody of their children. While the couple attempted to resolve these disputes through mediation, the lack of agreement has pushed the case forward.
During the proceedings, Sarwendah reportedly expressed a desire to be financially independent in providing for her children. According to celebrity.okezone.com, she spoke while holding back tears, requesting prayers and support so that she could support her children autonomously.
Mediation Deadlock and Court Schedule
The mediation phase is a step in Indonesian divorce proceedings. However, SINDOnews reports that the efforts between Ruben Onsu and Sarwendah remained “buntu” or deadlocked. Because no mutual agreement was reached, the judge postponed the session.
The next court date is scheduled for August 6.
Child Custody and Ethical Concerns
Child custody remains a point of the litigation. CNN Indonesia reports that the hearings continue to focus on the child custody of Ruben Onsu and Sarwendah.
The National Commission for Child Protection (Komnas Anak) has weighed in on the dynamics of the dispute. According to Grid.ID, Komnas Anak criticized reports that a partner of Sarwendah has been involved in making decisions regarding the children of Ruben Onsu. The commission described such involvement as “nggak etis” or unethical.
Financial Independence and Parental Support
The case continues to be monitored by the public.
The legal process will resume with the next scheduled hearing on August 6.
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