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Couple caned for kissing on TikTok in Indonesia's conservative Aceh province
By Reza Saifullah And Edna Tarigan, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
A young couple in Indonesia’s conservative Aceh province were publicly caned on Thursday after an Islamic Shariah court convicted them of violating Islamic law by kissing during a TikTok livestream.Aceh’s Sharia court ordered the two people to be whipped with a rattan cane 21 times each for kissi...
Key takeaway 27 livestream in which they kissed in a car in Banda Aceh went viral and prompted reports to local Sharia authorities.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The caning of a young couple in Indonesia's Aceh province for kissing on TikTok may seem like a distant and foreign issue, but it has implications for San Antonio 's own diverse community. As a city with a growing international population, San Antonio residents may have friends or family members who have experienced similar punishments or restrictions in their home countries. This incident highlights the importance of understanding and respecting different cultural and religious norms, while also promoting human rights and dignity. In San Antonio, community leaders and organizations can play a crucial role in educating residents about the importance of tolerance and acceptance, and in supporting individuals who may be affected by such punishments. By engaging in open and respectful dialogue, San Antonians can work towards creating a more inclusive and compassionate community for all.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A young couple in Indonesia’s conservative Aceh province were publicly caned on Thursday after an Islamic Shariah court convicted them of violating Islamic law by kissing during a TikTok livestream.Aceh’s Sharia court ordered the two people to be whipped with a rattan cane 21 times each for kissi...
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