Jakarta Police and Protests
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Indonesian police deny receiving official notice for a UI student protest in Jakarta, while the BEM UI chairman questions alleged police pressure to change the demonstration's location. Separately, police arrested four individuals for suspected drug abuse in Tanjung Priok, and the Jakarta government denies banning protests at the Hotel Indonesia roundabout.
Riot erupts in Jakarta over Asset Seizure Bill, police station set ablaze
Protests in Jakarta concerning the proposed Asset Seizure Bill devolved into significant riots, with the Pejompongan area becoming a focal point of the unrest. The demonstrations, which began earlier in the day, continued into Thursday evening, August 27, 2026, culminating in clashes between protesters and police. As police moved to disperse the crowds around 8 PM, demonstrators reportedly resiste…
Protesters clash with police outside Indonesian parliament, water cannons deployed
Demonstrations outside the Indonesian parliament escalated into chaos on Thursday afternoon, prompting a strong response from law enforcement. As evening approached, police began deploying water canno…
Police arrest 65 suspected of planning to disrupt protests, linked to anarchist network
Authorities in Jakarta have apprehended 65 individuals suspected of intending to disrupt upcoming demonstrations at the Gedung DPR (House of Representatives). The arrests, made across several location…
Police Intercept Suspected Protesters Heading to Parliament
Police in Jakarta intercepted several civilians suspected of heading towards the Parliament (DPR/MPR) building to participate in a protest. The action, part of security measures for a demonstration by…
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…