by Mathias Hariyadi
Coordinating Ministry for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Minister Mahfud MD made the announcement today. A video shows some members of the group declaring their affiliation to the Islamic State and supporting its presence in Indonesia. Meanwhile, controversial Islamist leader Rizieq Shihab remains in prison for violating health protocols.
Jakarta (AsiaNews) – In an official statement released today by Indonesia’s Coordinating Ministry for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Minister Mahfud MD, the Indonesian government announced that the notorious Islamic Defender Front (FPI) is illegal and banned.
According to the minister, one of the reasons behind the decision is a video showing members of the group declaring their affiliation with the Islamic State (IS) group and their full support for its presence in the country.