Aceh Peace Day Unrest
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Commemorations for the 21st Aceh Peace Day in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, were marred by clashes between residents and police. Authorities briefly detained some residents following the unrest, though police later confirmed the situation was calm. The clashes reportedly escalated when participants attempted to replace a flag during a religious ceremony.
Lawmaker Demands Probe Into Crescent-and-Star Flag Display in Aceh
- Indonesian lawmaker Bambang Soesatyo called for an investigation into the display of the crescent-and-star flag at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Banda Aceh. - He condemned the removal of the Indonesian flag, warning it could undermine the peace in Aceh and urged law enforcement to act professionally. - Soesatyo stressed the need for a transparent investigation to uphold state authority and pr…
Aceh Police Briefly Detain Residents After Peace Day Clash
- Aceh police briefly detained residents after a clash during the 21st Aceh Peace Day commemoration. - The clash occurred when participants replaced the Indonesian flag with a crescent moon and star f…
Aceh Legal Aid: Military deployed before Peace Day commemoration
- The Aceh Legal Aid Foundation (LBH Banda Aceh) reported that Indonesian soldiers were deployed a day before the 21st Aceh Peace Day commemoration on August 15, 2026. - LBH Banda Aceh stated that the…
Aceh Police confirm peaceful situation after Peace Day commemoration despite minor unrest
- Aceh Police confirmed the situation in Banda Aceh was calm after a commemoration event for Aceh Peace Day. - Minor unrest occurred during a religious gathering but was quickly controlled by security…
