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Two Men Caned in Indonesia for Public Affection
8/27/2025
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Story summary
- Two men received 80 lashes each in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, for hugging and kissing, violating Islamic law.
- This punishment was witnessed by approximately 100 people.
- Aceh is Indonesia's only province enforcing Shariah law, with prior canings for homosexuality.
- Human rights groups condemn the punishment as discrimination, while some locals view it as a deterrent.
