#Indonesia
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PoliticsIndonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka Resigns Amid Eligibility Dispute and Growing Public Dissatisfaction
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned amid controversy over his eligibility and educational credentials, submitting his resignation to President Prabowo Subianto and parliament. His departure comes as the nation grapples with public dissatisfaction over economic issues, corruption, and wildfires.
MiscellaneousIndonesia Deploys Thousands of Troops to Jakarta Amid Wiretap Scandal
Indonesia has sent thousands of troops to Jakarta as a wiretap scandal unfolds. The situation in the capital is tense following the deployment.
MiscellaneousIndonesia Deploys Thousands of Troops to Jakarta Amid Growing Wiretap Scandal
Indonesia has deployed thousands of troops to Jakarta in response to a growing wiretap scandal, signaling a significant governmental effort to manage the unfolding controversy and maintain stability.
MiscellaneousHaze Impact: Indonesians Detail Livelihood Struggles Amidst Rising Fuel Costs
Indonesians are sharing the profound impact of the haze on their livelihoods. Rising fuel costs are also mentioned as a factor affecting transportation, with passengers reportedly disembarking from a cruise ship.
MiscellaneousSouth-East Asia's Toxic Haze: More Than Just Fog, It's a Man-Made Disaster Ignored by the World
The toxic haze blanketing South-East Asia, caused by forest and peatland fires, has led to widespread respiratory illnesses and is a man-made disaster largely ignored by international media. Despite its severe impact and contribution to global warming, it is often misunderstood as mere fog, highlighting a critical lack of global awareness and urgency.
MiscellaneousIndonesian Students Rally Against Wildfires and Soaring Living Costs
Indonesian students are protesting against the persistent wildfires and the rising cost of living, demanding government action on both environmental and economic fronts.
MiscellaneousIndonesia Intercepts Over a Ton of Ketamine from Tanker
Indonesian authorities have seized over a tonne of ketamine from a tanker, a significant bust in the fight against drug smuggling.
MiscellaneousIndonesians Take to Streets Protesting Devastating Land-Clearing Fires
Indonesians are protesting against the persistent land-clearing fires that are causing significant environmental and health issues. The demonstrations call for stronger action to prevent and control these destructive blazes.
MiscellaneousIndonesia Grapples with Most Severe Forest Fires and Toxic Haze in Over a Decade
Indonesia is battling its worst forest fires and toxic haze in 11 years, creating a critical environmental and health crisis.
MiscellaneousIndonesia Grapples With Most Severe Forest Fires and Haze in a Decade
Indonesia is experiencing its worst forest fires and toxic haze in 11 years, leading to significant environmental concerns.
MiscellaneousTragedy Strikes Indonesia: Four Die Battling Worst Forest Fires in Over a Decade
Four people have died while fighting Indonesia's worst forest fires in over a decade, which have spread haze to neighboring countries. The Forestry Ministry confirmed the fatalities and highlighted the high risks involved in fire suppression efforts.
MiscellaneousHaze Crisis: Firefly Cancels Singapore Flights Amidst Severe Indonesian Wildfires
Malaysian airline Firefly has extended flight cancellations between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore due to severe haze from Indonesian wildfires, which has led to unhealthy air quality levels in both cities. The situation highlights ongoing regional challenges in managing transboundary smoke pollution.
Breaking NewsHuman Rights Veteran Navi Pillay Awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Human rights veteran Navi Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, alongside reports of an injured orangutan rescued from wildfires in Indonesia.
HealthSevere Haze from Indonesian Fires Forces School Closures Across Malaysia
Malaysia has closed schools across the capital and multiple states affecting two million students as thick haze from Indonesian forest fires drives air pollution to unhealthy levels.
PoliticsEgyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi Embarks on Major Asian Tour Starting in Korea
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is heading to the Republic of Korea on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, as the first leg of an Asian tour that includes stops in Malaysia and Indonesia.
MiscellaneousIndonesia Suspends Five Prison Officials After Discovery of Luxury Inmate Apartments
Indonesia has suspended five prison officials, including a prison chief, after a surprise inspection revealed a compound of luxury apartments and amenities for inmates at Cibinong prison near Jakarta.
CultureHow the Historic Bandung Conference Sent Shockwaves Through Global Superpowers
A new film explores the 1955 Bandung Conference in Indonesia, where 29 newly independent nations united to challenge global superpowers and reshape the Global South.
Breaking NewsMassive Rescue Operation Underway in Indonesia for 129 Missing After Ferry Capsizes
Rescue teams in Indonesia are searching for 129 missing people after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized in the Java Sea during severe weather.
Breaking NewsIndonesian Rescuers Search for 140 Missing People After Ferry Goes Missing in Java Sea
Indonesian rescue teams are searching for 140 people missing from the Virgo Transport 8 ferry in the Java Sea after 103 others were successfully evacuated.
Breaking NewsMount Anak Krakatau Eruption Strands 170,000 Travelers Across Eight Indonesian Airports
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau has forced the closure of eight Indonesian airports, disrupting travel for 170,000 passengers and prompting school closures.
Breaking NewsTravel Chaos as Eight Indonesian Airports Shut Due to Mount Anak Krakatau Eruptions
Eight Indonesian airports, including two serving Jakarta, remain closed due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, impacting 170,000 travelers and prompting school closures.
Breaking NewsIndonesia Volcano Eruption Disrupts Hundreds of Flights
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia has severely disrupted hundreds of flights, causing widespread travel delays.
Breaking NewsIndonesia Volcano Eruption Forces Grounding of Hundreds of Flights
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia has disrupted hundreds of flights, while separate geopolitical questions emerge regarding Argentina and the Falklands dispute.
EconomySevere Drought in Indonesia Leaves Rivers Dry and Filled with Dead Fish
A severe drought in Indonesia has caused rivers to vanish, leaving them completely dry and filled with dead fish.