The divorce proceedings for Insanul Fahmi and Wardatina Mawa hit an impasse as their mediation session at the Lubuk Pakam Religious Court in Medan, held on Wednesday (March 25), concluded without reconciliation. Despite a face-to-face meeting in the mediation room, both parties failed to reach an agreement to salvage their marriage.
Wardatina Mawa remains steadfast in her resolve to end her marriage, a decision confirmed by her legal counsel, Muhammad Idrus. Speaking in a virtual interview on Wednesday (March 25), Idrus elaborated, “During the mediation, both parties, the plaintiff and the defendant, were brought together. Unfortunately, the mediation failed because the plaintiff remains firm in her desire for separation.”
Idrus also observed a noticeable distance between the estranged couple during the session. “Initially, I sensed some awkwardness,” he recounted. “However, as time passed, it became more routine, though they still maintained a certain distance.”
Addressing earlier speculation about Insanul Fahmi’s alleged messages indicating a desire to expedite the separation process, Idrus noted that Insanul displayed no inclination to preserve the marriage during the mediation. “The defendant’s response was that he had no objection to the separation,” Idrus stated. “Logically, this addresses the question of whether he wishes for a swift conclusion to their marriage.”
While efforts to reconcile proved futile, the mediation did yield a crucial agreement concerning the future of their children. Insanul Fahmi reportedly will not contest Wardatina Mawa’s primary custody of their children. Idrus confirmed this arrangement: “Regarding child custody, the defendant has no objection to the plaintiff being granted custody. However, the defendant did request to be given access to see his children.”
Wardatina Mawa Not Hindering Insanul Fahmi’s Access to Children
Addressing the matter of paternal visits, Idrus emphasized that Mawa would not impede Insanul Fahmi’s access to their children, provided specific rules are adhered to. “Access to see the children will be granted as long as it does not disrupt their schooling,” Idrus clarified. “Furthermore, the children’s willingness to meet their father is paramount; they cannot be forced if they do not wish to meet.”
However, the mediation encountered a significant hurdle when discussions turned to financial obligations, specifically alimony settlements. Mawa’s requests included nafkah iddah (post-divorce maintenance), mut’ah (consolatory gift), and the previously reported sum of Rp 100 million along with precious metals. This aspect of the negotiation ended in a complete deadlock, as Insanul Fahmi’s representatives reportedly could not agree to these demands, leading to a heated debate. “During the mediation, there was a debate concerning the alimony requests put forth by the plaintiff,” Idrus revealed. “However, the plaintiff’s demands were not met, and this matter will now proceed to be resolved in the upcoming trial.”
Both parties are now awaiting the schedule for their next court hearing, expected within the next one to two weeks, where the core issues of the divorce will be addressed. Meanwhile, Wardatina Mawa has chosen to refrain from making any direct statements to the media.
Summary
The divorce mediation between Insanul Fahmi and Wardatina Mawa at the Lubuk Pakam Religious Court concluded without reconciliation, as Wardatina remained firm in her decision for separation and Insanul did not object. While they agreed on Wardatina having primary child custody, with Insanul retaining access under specific conditions, a major dispute emerged regarding financial obligations.
Wardatina Mawa’s requests for alimony, including nafkah iddah, mut’ah, Rp 100 million, and precious metals, were not met by Insanul Fahmi’s representatives, leading to a heated debate during the session. This unresolved issue, along with other core divorce matters, will now proceed to be settled in an upcoming court trial.