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Indonesian court acquits ex-regent accused of caging, torturing people on his plantation

2024-07-09

The ruling shocked human rights defenders and renewed concerns about impunity for officials accused of serious crimes.

Indonesian police confirm arson in journalist’s death, say they’ve arrested 2 suspects

2024-07-08

Media groups allege that fire occurred following a report on gambling operation involving military member.

Jemaah Islamiyah disbands: End of an era or strategic transformation?

2024-07-05

Some experts have expressed skepticism about the Islamic militant organization’s motives and raised concerns about splinter groups.

Indonesia’s textile industry struggles as thousands lose jobs

2024-07-03

Factory closures and mass layoffs signal troubled times for Indonesia's once-booming textile sector.

Report: Dozens dead, hundreds injured from Indonesian police abuses in past year

2024-07-01

Human rights activists demand a halt to draft police law amid concerns over excessive powers, weak oversight mechanisms.