JAKARTA, Indonesia - A series of intense protests and widespread fires have gripped several major cities across Indonesia, including Jakarta, Makassar, Surabaya, and Kuningan Jawa Barat, according to recent video compilations and social media reports. The unrest, which appears to involve large crowds and significant property damage, has sparked widespread concern both domestically and internationally. Footage circulating online depicts scenes of chaos, with streets filled with demonstrators, vehicles set ablaze, and buildings engulfed in flames. While the specific triggers for the protests remain under investigation, hashtags accompanying the videos suggest a focus on civil unrest and calls for change, with some mentioning 'demo ojol,' indicating involvement of online motorcycle taxi drivers. International observers and neighboring countries have expressed solidarity with Indonesia. A comment from a Malaysian viewer stated, "Walaupun Indonesia dan Malaysia kerap bergaduh di medsos... tapi dlm situasi mcm ni... kami mendoakn kesejahteraan negara kamu... Semoga Allah melindungi kalian." Another from Cambodia added, "I am a Cambodian. I pray for Indonesia to be better and more peaceful." These sentiments highlight the regional impact and concern over the escalating situation. Authorities have yet to release comprehensive statements regarding the extent of the damage or the number of casualties, but the visual evidence points to significant disturbances. The situation continues to unfold, with many urging peaceful resolution and justice for the affected.
Presiden Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, berkata anggota polis negara itu yang didapati bersalah dalam menangani demonstrasi yang bertukar menjadi ganas…
