Widespread Protests Erupt Across Indonesia Over Police Brutality and Government Actions
Indonesian President calls for calm as violent protests engulf multiple cities, following the death of a motorcycle taxi driver in a clash with police. The unrest has escalated significantly, leading to the death of at least three individuals and the setting ablaze of several regional parliament buildings. Demonstrators are expressing outrage over perceived police brutality and government privileges, with tensions sharply rising after the police’s involvement in a fatal incident. Thousands of protesters have clashed with riot police, resulting in widespread arrests and further calls for justice. Economic ramifications are being felt as stock markets and the national currency experience significant drops amid the unrest. Protests show no sign of abating, with plans for further demonstrations in the coming days.
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