In Madiun, no tolerance for violent extremism

Religious and community leaders in Madiun declare their opposition to terrorism and violence following the arrests of two terror suspects in the city.

By Yenny Herawati for Khabar Southeast Asia in Madiun, East Java

November 29, 2012

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