Darul Islam and the Bombing Spree

Darul Islam has been suspected of involvement in a number of bombings. The radical organization has a history filled with troubles.

November 27, 2001

Aseries of bomb explosions recently rocked Jakarta but no parties have come forward to claim responsibility. Then out of the blue, three hard-line factions of the militant Darul Islam movement were cited as having a possible role. This statement came from Al-Chaidar, a prolific writer of articles and books on Islamic political movements. Born in Lhokseumawe, North Aceh, 32 years ago, Al-Chaidar was speaking in his capacity as the spokesman

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