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On October 10, 1996, 25 churches in East Java were vandalized and burned down (Muslims)
Indonesia
October 1996

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Pictures of burned or vandalized churches: For example: TK Katolik dan Susteran Santa Maria Santa Maria Preschool and Convent Location: Situbondo, East Java [22]The five victims who were burned to death during the tragedy. [23]Panti Asuhan Buah Hati Situbondo Buah Hati Orphanage Location: Situbondo, East Java [24]TK, SD dan SMP Immanuel Situbondo Imanuel Christian School (preschool, elementary, and junior high school)

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Indonesian (Protestant) Church Closing Sparks Public Debate (Muslims)
Indonesia
November 2004

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On the following evening, a police officer approached the pastor who lived at the church and warned him to flee. Not long after the family had left the premises, a mob of approximately 500 people turned up and began to vandalize the church. The attackers were identified in press reports as members of the Front Pembela Islam (FPI), or Islamic Defenders’ Front. Komintra reported broken chairs and damage to the roof of the building. The sound system, pews, doors and windows were also damaged, according to Voice of the Martyrs. Since the attack, the church has been unable to resume worship services.