30 Jun 2023 | 03:09 AM UTC
Indonesia: Muslim groups could hold protests nationwide as of June 30 to denounce burning of holy book
Muslim groups could hold protests across Indonesia as of June 30 to denounce burning of holy book. Tight security likely at any gathering.
Event
Activists from Muslim groups could stage protests across Indonesia as of Jan. 30 to denounce the burning of the Quran outside the central mosque in Stockholm by two activists. Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the incident, which the Swedish police had authorized. Islamist organizations, such as the Alumni Brotherhood (PA) 212, could hold related demonstrations in Jakarta at locations such as the Embassy of Sweden, State Palace, and Arjuna Wijaya Horse Statue. Gatherings may also occur at mosques or near government buildings, monuments, and prominent intersections in other cities, such as Bandung, Makassar, Medan, Palembang, Serang, and Surabaya. Hundreds of people could take part in any action.
Authorities will almost certainly increase security, including erecting roadblocks and security cordons, at any protest sites. Localized road closures and business disruptions may occur during any gathering. Clashes between activists and security forces are possible. Mass arrests may occur if security forces consider any demonstration to be disruptive or if any rally lacks a public gathering permit.
Advice
Avoid any protest due to possible clashes. Plan for possible road closures and business disruptions near any demonstrations and seek alternative routes to circumvent affected areas. If any violence erupts nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a nongovernment building. Heed all official traffic and security advisories,
