Local authorities in Pekalongan, Central Java, have moved to detain the leader of a local spiritual retreat center, known as a padepokan, following formal allegations of sexual abuse involving minors. The arrest, confirmed by the Pekalongan Police, marks a significant escalation in a case that has prompted widespread public concern and calls for a thorough … Read more
The Indonesian National Police have arrested the caretaker of an Islamic boarding school in Central Java following a harrowing investigation into the systemic sexual abuse of dozens of female students. The suspect, identified as AS, was apprehended on May 7, 2026, in Wonogiri District after attempting to evade police summons in Pati, where the crimes … Read more
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Sukabumi Mayor Faces Public Disapproval After Denying Mosque Access for Eid Prayers Sukabumi, Indonesia – A tense scene unfolded during Eid al-Fitr prayers on Friday, March 20, 2026, as Sukabumi Mayor Ayep Zaki was met with audible disapproval from worshippers affiliated with the Muhammadiyah organization. The reaction stemmed from the city administration’s decision to deny … Read more