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Politics 3 years ago

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Proposed govt control over places of worship draws criticism

A proposal from the BNPT to place houses of worship under government control has drawn pointed criticisms from leaders of religious organizations and civil groups, who have warned that such a measure risked violating human rights and curbing religious freedom.

Academia 3 years ago

Rehabilitating terrorist prisoners in Southeast Asia: From programs to processes

Trained and experienced wali mingle in the yard and engage extremist inmates on a daily basis, gradually breaking down barriers through frequent interactions and quietly noting any perceived changes in behavior or attitude.

Academia 3 years ago

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High recidivism rate threatens counterterrorism strategy

Many terrorist ex-convicts in Indonesia are still exposed to dangerous jihadist ideologies after they are released from prison.

Academia 4 years ago

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Countering online radicalization among overseas diaspora

Radical groups like Jamaah Islamiyah, Jamaah Ansharut Daulah, and Islamic State have launched systematic propaganda, fundraising, recruitment and terror attacks with support from their global network, including in Indonesia.

Editorial 4 years ago

Poor act of philanthropy

Whatever the merit of these serious accusations, since ACT has denied any impropriety, there is still the big problem of poor government supervision of the activities of charity organizations.

Editorial 4 years ago

Terror group’s facelift

JI and other terrorist groups may no longer spread fear through bomb blasts and other acts of violence but sow good deeds to reap public sympathy and instill their beliefs.

Politics 4 years ago

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In tactical shift, Jemaah Islamiyah militants infiltrate mainstream Islamic groups, politics

The militant group is believed to focus more on dakwah (religious propagation) and politics, for now.

Opinion 5 years ago

Indonesia needs nationwide deradicalization centers

Despite their dire financial problem in the first eight months of the pandemic, their commitment to conducting attacks is unaffected.

National 5 years ago

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Calling Papuan armed groups terrorists won't solve unrest: Watchdogs

Rights groups have pushed back against a government plan to designate armed criminal groups in Papua as terrorists, arguing that doing so would do little to break the cycle of violence in the region.

Opinion 5 years ago

Community policing is about building trust and legitimacy

The community is not meant to be an “object of guidance” but an “active subject and partner” – as residents are best placed to determine local threats and their root causes.

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