The Voice of the Martyrs learned yesterday that the court case for Rebekka Zakaria, Eti Pangesti and Ratna Bangun is to be transferred to the High Court. This is expected to significantly lengthen the trial of these three women accused of attempting to convert Muslim children through a Christian education program. According to an August 2 report from Compass Direct, the announcement was made by the lead prosecutor during a July 28 hearing. With a courtroom filled with angry hecklers, the women attempted to defend themselves, saying they had been completely open about their program and had received permission from the parents. None of the parents are now willing to come forward to discuss the case. After explaining the program to the court, Judge Hasby J. Tholib told the women that Muslim children should never have been allowed in the program.
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Rebekka Zakaria, Eti Pangesti and Ratna Bangun in Court; Protestors Outside Courthouse |
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