#Indonesia: We are following closely the spate of violence in the context of nationwide protests over parliamentary allowances, austerity measures, and alleged use of unnecessary or disproportionate force by security forces. We stress the importance of dialogue to address the public’s concerns.
The authorities must uphold the rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of expression while maintaining order, in line with international norms and standards, in relation to the policing of public assemblies. All security forces, including the military when deployed in a law enforcement capacity, must comply with the basic principles on the use of force and firearms by law enforcement officials.
We call for prompt, thorough, and transparent investigations into all alleged violations of international human rights law, including with respect to use of force.
It is also important that the media is permitted to report on events freely and independently.
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Jakarta Situation Summary - 08:30 PM Today. Update by the Barang Warga Ground Reporting Team:
Slipi
A crowd was seen, but it appeared to be "suspicious participants". The action only lasted a few hours before dispersing. Sabhara conducted sweeps in the area.
Kwitang
The road from Kramat 4 was closed. From a distance, DLU and Fire Department officers were seen cleaning up. Security forces remained on guard.
DPR RI
Both the front and back gates were heavily guarded. Access to the front of the DPR building and the Pancasila Gate was closed. Transjakarta routes 1B and 1F were also affected.
Matraman & Otista
No protest activity was observed in these areas.
Netizens are sharing reports of possible troop movements:
Bandung → Jakarta
Bogor → Jakarta
Balikpapan → Jakarta
⚠️ Information is still being verified. Source video attached in the comments. Let us know if you have any additional information we’ll continue updating as fact-checking progresses. ⚠️
there are seven confirmed deaths so far in the span of three days
1. affan kurniawan
2. sarina wati
3. saiful akbar
4. muhammad akbar basri
5. rheza sendy pratama
6. sumari
7. rusmadiansyah
rest in peace. 🥀