Misuari's wife seeks RI support

Misuari's wife seeks RI support

JAKARTA: The wife of Moro Muslim leader Nur Misuari, Ruwaidah,
is seeking Indonesia's help in securing the release of her
husband, who was arrested by the Philippine authorities for
rebellion.

Speaking to reporters after a meeting with leaders of the
Muhammadyah Islamic group here on Saturday, Ruwaidah said the
arrest of her husband was unjust and was aimed at crushing the
struggle of Muslims in the Philippines.

"The government of President (Gloria Macapagal) Arroyo has
made an unjust arrest because my husband was only fighting for
the freedom of the Moro Muslim people," Ruwaidah said.

Misuari chairs the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF).

The Indonesian government at one time offered to mediate in
the dispute between the Philippine government and the MNLF. --
Antara