The article describes Mawar and her son Budi, who live in Indonesia and have a hidden past linked to their time spent in Syria during ISIS's rise. Mawar, keeping their history secret, protects Budi from potential stigma and backlash due to the family's connection to a notorious extremist group. Now, years after ISIS's territorial decline, many families struggle with the ramifications of their involvement. Rights organizations urge governments to repatriate nationals from camps like Al Hol, highlighting the conflict between societal fears and the need for compassion and security in addressing these complex situations.
Budi's trips to Turkey and Syria remain a family secret, reflecting the stigma attached to their past and the potential dangers of revealing it.
Mawar’s journey from Indonesia to the heart of ISIS territory raises complex questions about repatriation and the lingering impacts of radicalization on families.
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