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Indonesian Islamic body warns against cross-dressing at Independence Day events

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The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), an influential Islamic body, has issued a warning against cross-dressing during Independence Day celebrations. This advisory comes amidst growing anti-LGBTQ sentiment in Indonesia, with the MUI deeming such activities "haram" or forbidden. The warning is particularly relevant as some communities traditionally include men dressing in women's attire for comedic effect in games and parades, a practice now viewed with increased concern. AI

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Indonesian Islamic body warns against cross-dressing at Independence Day events

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    Indonesian Islamic body warns against cross-dressing in Independence Day games

    Indonesia’s top Islamic clerical body has warned men not to wear “women’s clothing” for Independence Day festivities despite a long-standing tradition of men in dresses playing football as part of the annual fun. Amid a rising tide of anti-LGBTQ sentiment in the Muslim-majority S…

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