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Controversial Indonesian cleric released on parole
Rizieq was found guilty of breaching coronavirus curbs when he held and attended several mass events at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wed Jul 20 2022
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Indonesian cleric turns himself in for COVID-19 violations
He was accused of inciting people to breach pandemic restrictions by holding events with large crowds.
Sat Dec 12 2020
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Six Rizieq Shihab followers shot dead by Jakarta police
Jakarta police today shot dead six followers of Rizieq Shihab, the leader of the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) who has sparked several controversies since returning to Indonesia.
Mon Dec 07 2020
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COVID-19: Indonesia records 3,807 new cases, concerns over Rizieq Shihab's rallies
Indonesia today recorded 3,807 new cases of COVID-19 infection within the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the republic thus far to 474,455.
Tue Nov 17 2020
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Indonesian security forces, businesses brace for hardline Islamic protest
Thousands of protesters, led by the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI), are expected to demand the resignation of the Jakarta governor, a Christian, over claims that he insulted the Koran.
Fri Nov 04 2016