Jakarta Protests Near DPR
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Protests near the Indonesian Parliament (DPR) building in Jakarta have disrupted transport services and led to road closures. Police have deployed thousands of officers to secure the demonstrations, while fact-checking efforts address misleading viral videos.
Jakarta Transport Services Disrupted by Protests Near DPR Building
Public transportation services in Jakarta experienced significant disruptions on Thursday evening, August 27, 2026, due to chaotic protests near the Parliament building (DPR). Ayu Wardhani, Head of Public Relations and CSR at Transjakarta, reported that 21 travel routes were affected by the unrest. As a result, Transjakarta implemented service adjustments, particularly for routes passing through t…
Fact Check: Viral Videos Show Old Footage, Not Jakarta Protesters
Viral videos circulating on social media claim to show bus convoys transporting protesters from various regions to Jakarta for a demonstration at the Indonesian Parliament (DPR) on August 27, 2026. Ho…
Jakarta Police Deploy 18,504 Officers for Planned Protests
Central Jakarta Metro Police have mobilized a significant force of 18,504 personnel to provide security for demonstrations scheduled across Jakarta, including at the House of Representatives (DPR) bui…
Indonesian activist attends DPR plenary session on asset forfeiture bill
Supriyono, widely known as Botok and a coordinator for the Alliance of United Pati People (AMPB), was present at the 3rd Plenary Session of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) for the 2026-2…
Gatot Subroto Road Near DPR Closed for August 27 Protest
Jakarta police have closed Gatot Subroto Road leading to Slipi as demonstrators prepare to gather in front of the Parliament Complex in Senayan, Central Jakarta, on Thursday, August 27. The road closu…
Public Supports Pati Protesters with Donations Ahead of DPR Rally
As demonstrators prepare for a rally outside Indonesia's Parliament Complex in Senayan, Jakarta, the local community has shown its support through donations. Residents passing through Gatot Subroto St…
Transjakarta Adjusts Bus Routes Due to DPR Protest
Jakarta commuters faced disruptions on Thursday as PT Transjakarta announced route adjustments for several bus lines due to a protest near the Parliament Complex (DPR/MPR). The state-owned public tran…
Jakarta Police Prepare Traffic Diversions for August 27 Protests Near DPR, Palace
Jakarta authorities are preparing for potential traffic disruptions on August 27 due to planned protests near the Indonesian Parliament (DPR) and the Presidential Palace. The Jakarta Metropolitan Poli…
