Some of the official hand-wringing over imposing the inevitable Coronavirus-related lockdown has decreased. It cannot be said that it is a thing of the past, because the Prime Minister still does not seem entirely convinced. But a far bigger challenge remains unaddressed, effectively nullifying any positive effects from the lockdown. Prayers and worship-related congregations continue […]
55SharesIn a bid to counter the deadly coronavirus in Indonesia, the country’s Majelis Ulama Indonesia (MUI) has issued a fatwa banning mass religious gatherings. The religious council also barred the Muslim citizens from holding Friday prayers congregations. The Jakarta Post reported that MUI Fatwa Council chair Hasanuddin said in a written statement on Monday that […]