The sudden passing of Troy Pantouw, the spokesperson for Indonesia’s new capital project (IKN), has drawn profound sorrow and rich tributes from his family, colleagues, and public officials across Jakarta. Troy Pantouw passed away while actively involved in preparations for the upcoming Indonesian Independence Day celebrations slated for the new capital region in East Kalimantan. … Read more
The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) has confirmed that a misunderstanding involving a military officer’s aide during the Mandiri Jogja Marathon 2026 was caused by a detached race identification bib. The incident, which occurred during the widely attended sporting event in Yogyakarta, drew public attention following reports of a confrontation between a military official and race … Read more
Clashes broke out in Jakarta during the state-mandated execution of the former Hotel Sultan site, as protesters reportedly pelted security personnel with stones. The eviction, aimed at clearing land near the Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) complex, saw a massive deployment of over 3,000 security officers to manage the high-tension dispute over state-owned territory. The execution … Read more
The Republic of Indonesia is mourning the loss of a significant military and political figure following the passing of General (Ret.) Ryamizard Ryacudu. As a former Minister of Defense who served from 2014 to 2019, Ryacudu’s legacy is currently being remembered by the nation’s leadership and military establishment. Preparations are now underway for his final … Read more
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) have officially signaled a shift in their operational posture regarding public security, as the leadership confirms that military personnel will be permitted to assist the Indonesian National Police (Polri) in addressing the rising prevalence of street robbery, or begal. This development comes amid growing public concern over the security … Read more
Jonathan Reed | News Editor, World Today Journal May 25, 2026 — 14:30 GMT Indonesia’s Police Reform Debate: Retirement Age Extension Sparks Controversy Over Fairness and Institutional Balance JAKARTA — Indonesia’s government is pushing forward with controversial revisions to the Police Law (UU Polri) that include a proposal to extend the retirement age for police … Read more
JAKARTA — President Prabowo Subianto convened a high-level meeting at the Merdeka Palace on Monday, May 18, 2026, as the Indonesian rupiah faced significant downward pressure in global currency markets. The meeting, which brought together key economic officials, occurred as the exchange rate neared the threshold of 17,700 per U.S. Dollar, a development that has … Read more
Indonesia’s Acid Attack on Activist Andrie Yunus: A Test of Military Justice and Civilian Rights Jonathan Reed | Editor, News | London, UK | May 13, 2026 JAKARTA — The brutal acid attack on Indonesian human rights activist Andrie Yunus has ignited a storm of controversy over military impunity and civilian justice, as the victim … Read more
Four Indonesian military personnel serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) have been confirmed killed following an artillery attack on a UNIFIL position in southern Lebanon, according to verified reports from Indonesian defense officials and international news agencies. The incident occurred on March 29, 2026, when Israeli forces launched an artillery barrage … Read more
China has called for any potential defence agreement between Indonesia and the United States to avoid harming the interests of other nations, as Jakarta evaluates a request from Washington for military aircraft access to its airspace. The appeal comes amid growing scrutiny over the strategic implications of such arrangements in the Indo-Pacific region, where Indonesia … Read more