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Middle East and Africa

Overcrowding forces halt to Gaza aid distribution, Idul Adha holiday marked by violence

Aid distribution in Gaza was halted on Friday after the US and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) said overcrowding had made it unsafe to continue operations, in the latest disruption to its troubled relief effort.

1 week ago
Archipelago premium

Demand for Idul Adha sacrificial livestock drops amid economic slowdown

The Institute for Demographic and Affluence Studies (IDEAS) estimates that 1.92 million people purchased sacrificial livestock this year, marking a decline of 233,000 buyers or around 12 percent compared with last year. ...

1 week ago
Europe

Ukraine war 'existential', Russia says, launching revenge strikes

The Kremlin said on Friday the Ukraine war was "existential" for Russia, after it launched a wave of retaliatory drone and missile strikes that killed at least four people. ...

1 week ago

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Asia & Pacific

US, China set for trade talks in London on Monday

Three of President Donald Trump's top aides will face their Chinese counterparts in London on Monday for talks to resolve a trade dispute between the world's two largest economies that has kept global markets on edge.

1 week ago
Politics premium

Critics decry omissions of past atrocities in history draft

A group of historians and human rights activists have raised concern over a draft of the government’s “updated” national history books, which they say selectively omits some of the country’s most painful and politically sensitive chapters, risking a distorted narrative shaped by political interests.

1 week ago
Economy premium

Indonesia faces brain drain as skilled graduates leave for jobs abroad

Indonesia has seen an increasing outflow of skilled young adults seeking work abroad in a brain drain phenomenon experts attribute to concern around job opportunities within the country.  

1 week ago
Archipelago premium

Search for victims of West Java quarry collapse terminated amid rising safety risks

Monitoring data from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources show that cracks and fractures in the surrounding cliffs have now extended beyond four meters, highlighting an escalating risk of additional landslides.

1 week ago
Editorial

Don’t neglect our pilgrims

The government cannot remain silent when citizens are facing hardships in their bid to fulfil their religious obligation.

1 week ago
Opinion premium

Analysis: Dedi Mulyadi: Sundanese prince’s road to glory

Although the next presidential election is four years away, politicians across the country have already begun to boost their popularity in hopes of garnering enough support for a possible run. West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi is among the politicians trying their luck.

1 week ago
Asia & Pacific premium

Indonesia's silence at Shangri-La Dialogue raises questions

Despite a wave of recent defense agreements and President Prabowo Subianto’s history of being outspoken at the annual forum, Jakarta opted for a quieter approach this year, prompting speculation over whether Indonesia is attempting to avoid offending major power, or if it simply lacks a coherent security posture.

1 week ago
Archipelago

Ministry reviews nickel mining in Raja Ampat after outcry

The eastern archipelago of Raja Ampat in Southwest Papua Province sits in the Coral Triangle and is thought to be one of the world's most pristine reef areas, with its clear blue waters making it a popular diving spot.

1 week ago
Regulations premium

Consumer groups reject coinsurance mandate for healthcare policies

The added cost for consumers, analysts and industry players argue, could help prevent treatment bills from spiraling out of control.  

1 week ago
Society premium

Govt may install permanent stairlift at Borobudur Temple: Minister

The controversial installment of a temporary stairlift at Borobudur Temple opened the way for a debate about inclusivity for visitors at the World Heritage Site. 

1 week ago
Companies premium

No talks yet on Jakarta MRT extension to Tangerang: Japan diplomat

The Japanese ambassador has said Tokyo will support the east-west line of the Jakarta MRT, but has no immediate plans to provide funding for its extension into neighboring Banten province.

1 week ago
Sports premium

Indonesia keeps World Cup dream alive after edging China 1-0

The Red and White edged past China 1-0 thanks to a penalty kick by Oxford United striker Ole Romeny in first-half stoppage time, a crucial strike that proved decisive under mounting pressure.

1 week ago
Sports premium

Prabowo joins PSSI honorary council, strengthening government ties

PSSI to launch regional tour next month to outline long-term national team development plans, says chairman Erick Thohir.

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa premium

Indonesia regrets latest UNSC failure on Gaza ceasefire

Indonesia has expressed regret after the UNSC again failed to adopt a resolution on Gaza calling for a ceasefire and unhindered humanitarian access, which was stymied by a veto from key Israeli ally the United States.

1 week ago
Regulations premium

Energy ministry temporarily halts nickel mining operations in Raja Ampat

Following a peaceful protest by Greenpeace at a minerals expo on Thursday, the energy ministry announced it had temporarily suspended Gag Nikel's mining operations in Raja Ampat to conduct field verification.

1 week ago
Politics premium

Constitutional Court dismisses first five petitions to repeal contentious TNI law

The Constitutional Court has dismissed the first five petitions filed among at least a dozen to challenge the contentious TNI Law revision, primarily because the petitioners had failed to prove their legal standing to bring a case.

1 week ago
Markets

Trump-Musk feud shakes markets pre-payrolls

The bromance-turned-to-brawl between US President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk sparked a 14 percent drop in Tesla shares overnight, wiping out US$150 billion in market value.

1 week ago
Luxury

From track to timepiece: Inside Richard Mille’s Ferrari collaboration

Built over three years with more than 500 components, the RM 43-01 captures Ferrari’s adrenaline and Richard Mille’s precision, crafted for just 150 lucky owners.

1 week ago
Regulations premium

Minister greenlights regional govts to have meetings in hotels, restaurants

Home Minister Tito Karnavian urged regional governments to choose struggling hotels and restaurants, so government activities could help revive those businesses.

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa

Muslim pilgrims pray, shirk sun, as haj reaches peak

Thousands of white-robed pilgrims recited Quranic verses from dawn on the 70-meter rocky rise near Mecca, where the Prophet Mohammed is believed to have given his last sermon.

1 week ago
Sports

Indonesia bury China's hopes of reaching 2026 World Cup

Indonesia's Ole Romeny scored the only goal, his controversial penalty just before half time following a VAR check leaving China rooted to the bottom of Asian qualifying Group C with one game remaining.

1 week ago
Economy

Clean energy investment rising despite economic uncertainty: IEA

Investment in clean energy technologies is set to strike a record this year despite global economic uncertainty, double the spending on fossil fuels that will dip for the first time since 2020, the International Energy Agency said Thursday.

2 weeks ago
Asia & Pacific

Singaporean, Indonesian special forces engage in joint exercises

Singapore and Indonesia conduct various joint military exercises. 

2 weeks ago
Archipelago

American, Kazakhs in Bali face death penalty over drugs: Authorities

An American man and two Kazakh nationals face the death penalty for alleged drug crimes on the popular Indonesian resort island of Bali, authorities said Thursday, the latest cases in a nation with some of the world's toughest narcotics laws.

2 weeks ago
Companies premium

Tsingshan slashes local nickel pig iron output amid profit squeeze

Move is in line with projections that total NPI output in Indonesia will plummet from 4.76 million tonnes in 2024 to just 1.74 million tonnes this year.

2 weeks ago
Economy premium

BI revises down its target for sharia financing growth in Indonesia

Sharia financing will still grow but at a slower pace. Instead of the initial between 11 and 13 percent target, the central bank has adjusted it downward to between 8 and 11 percent.

2 weeks ago
Middle East and Africa

US vetoes UN Security Council demand for Gaza ceasefire

The United States on Wednesday vetoed a draft UN Security Council resolution that demanded an "immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire" between Israel and Hamas militants in Gaza and unhindered aid access across the war-torn enclave.

2 weeks ago
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