Indonesia

President Prabowo Subianto has addressed criticism of his frequent overseas travel, explaining that the trips are essential for strengthening Indonesia's economy and ensuring the country cannot be intimidated by other nations.

As the Iran conflict disrupts global energy supplies, Indonesia is partnering with universities to develop alternative energy solutions and reduce dependence on imported fuel, with reserves sufficient for only 27-28 days.

Two Pertamina tankers became stranded in the Strait of Hormuz shipping paralysis caused by the Iran war, prompting Jakarta to secure US crude oil as an alternative supply while the government prepares contingency measures.

Indonesia's anti-corruption agency KPK detained Cilacap Regent Syamsul Auliya and 27 others in a Friday sting operation, seizing hundreds of millions in cash linked to project bribes and holiday bonus kickbacks.

Andrie Yunus, deputy coordinator of Indonesia's leading human rights group KontraS, was attacked with acid in Central Jakarta after recording a podcast. The assault has drawn condemnation from the Human Rights Minister and Police Chief.

A magnitude 5.4 earthquake shook Indonesia's West Java coast early Friday morning, with tremors felt across Bandung, Garut, Tasikmalaya, and surrounding areas. No tsunami warning was issued.

Indonesia's diabetic community has developed a sugar-free version of the traditional es campur dessert using dates and fresh fruit as natural sweeteners, gaining over 250K searches and a 750% interest increase.

Human Rights Watch has documented Israel's use of white phosphorus munitions in populated civilian areas in southern Lebanon, violating international law that causing severe burns and respiratory damage to civilians.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced all Board of Peace discussions are "on hold" as Indonesia focuses on citizen safety amid Middle East escalation, while civil society groups demand complete withdrawal from what they call "Board of War."

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