Indonesia’s Largest Islamic Group Calls for Chief’s Resignation Over Pro-Israeli Speaker

Following NU’s call for his resignation, Mr. Staquf stood by his decision to invite a pro-Israeli speaker to an internal event, emphasizing his right to hold different perspectives. Despite criticism from within the organization, Mr. Staquf maintained his position as NU’s chairman, stating that he would not resign and challenging the authority of those seeking his removal. The controversy over the invitation to a speaker supportive of Israel has sparked debate within Indonesia’s largest Islamic group, reflecting broader tensions surrounding the conflict in Gaza.