Over two thousand troops have been put on alert in the area around Poso, Indonesia, after the latest eruption of violence this week. Since the anniversary of the bombings in Bali on October 12, there has been a marked increase of violence in the region, which Indonesian officials are blaming on a militant Islamic group, Jemaah Islamiah.
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On November 15, three Muslim men suspected of being involved were arrested in Poso. One was shot to death when he resisted. The next day, thousands of Muslims took to the streets in protest, besieging the police station. At least one Christian was killed by the mob. Three other Christians, missing since November 13, were also found on Sunday, beaten to death. They were Mr. Oranje Tadjodja, his nephew Yohannes Tadjodja and Mr. Denny Lingkuliwa.
Pray for the families grieving the lost of these loved ones. Pray that the violence will subside and that Christians will not retaliate in any way, but will be a testimony of the strength and grace that only God can give. Pray for justice for those arrested in connection with this violence.
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