Search and explore over 262,616 Indonesian news articles from 1994 to 2026
Latest Articles
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:32 WIB
Cristiano Ronaldo's Club Affected by Iran Conflict, AFC Postpones ACL and ACL 2 Matches
The AFC has postponed several Round of 16 matches in the AFC Champions League Elite and Two competitions following escalating military tensions in the Middle East, triggered by US and Israeli strikes on Tehran beginning 28 February 2026 and intensifying after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's reported death on 1 March 2026. Postponed fixtures include matches involving several Middle Eastern clubs, though matches in the Eastern region will proceed as scheduled, with the AFC prioritising
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:32 WIB
Government Implements 30 Percent Toll Discount for Eid Holiday Travel 2026
The Indonesian government has approved a 30 percent toll tariff discount for the 2026 Eid holiday exodus, a significant increase from the 20 percent discount offered in 2025, as announced by Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo following agreement with toll road operators. The discount will apply across all major toll routes favoured by holiday travellers from nine days before Eid, with the government hoping to distribute traffic evenly and encourage early departure. Additionally, the Public Work
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
Israel-Iran War Threatens Indonesian Stock Exchange Shake-up: What Should Retail Investors Do?
The escalating Israel-Iran conflict, which has drawn the United States into the fray, poses significant risks to global financial markets, including Indonesia's IHSG (Composite Stock Price Index), which faces potential near-term corrections. Market observers recommend that retail investors secure portions of their funds to maintain liquidity and positioning to capitalise on opportunities when valuations become more attractive, whilst adjusting their strategies according to individual risk profil
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:29 WIB
US-Israel Attack Iran: Strait of Hormuz Closed, Oil and Gold Prices Surge
Following US and Israeli military strikes on Iranian targets including Tehran on 28 February 2026, Iran has responded by attacking American military facilities in the Gulf states, prompting warnings to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and triggering a sharp rise in global oil and gold prices. The geopolitical escalation threatens Indonesia's fiscal position, as economists warn that elevated crude oil prices could substantially increase government fuel subsidies and strain the state budget beyond
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:25 WIB
Religion Minister Apologises for Zakat Statement
Indonesia's Religion Minister Nasaruddin Umar has apologised for remarks that sparked public misunderstanding about abandoning zakat (Islamic alms), reaffirming that zakat remains a binding individual obligation and pillar of Islam. The Minister clarified that his comments were intended to advocate for reorienting Islamic finance management beyond zakat alone, to include optimising other Islamic charitable instruments such as waqf (endowment), infak, and sadaqah (voluntary giving), citing succes
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:24 WIB
Iran Confirms Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Killed in US-Israeli Attack
Iran has officially confirmed that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a combined military strike by the United States and Israel on Saturday, 28 February. The attack targeted Khamenei at his office in Tehran, with Iran's state media IRIB, Tasnim, and Fars news agencies confirming his death, while US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have also announced the operation.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:24 WIB
Vivo Petrol Prices Rise from 1 March 2026, Revvo 92 Reaches Rp12,390 per Litre
Vivo service stations have announced fuel price increases effective 1 March 2026, with Revvo 92 rising to Rp12,390 per litre and Revvo 95 to Rp12,930 per litre. State-owned oil company Pertamina has simultaneously adjusted non-subsidised fuel prices across major regions including Greater Jakarta, with subsidised fuels such as Pertalite and Biosolar remaining unchanged. The increases in non-subsidised petrol prices are attracting public attention, particularly among private vehicle users in urban
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:23 WIB
UAE Closes Airspace Following Israel-US Attack on Iran, Indonesians Urged to Remain Calm
The Indonesian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has issued a warning to Indonesian citizens following the temporary closure of portions of UAE airspace by the General Civil Aviation Authority in response to an Israel-US military strike on Iran. The embassy has advised affected Indonesians to contact their respective airlines for updated flight information and established a hotline for those experiencing disruptions. The airspace closure is a precautionary measure adopted following a comprehensive security r
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:22 WIB
TNI Completes Pioneer Bridge in Batu Bara Connecting Inter-village Areas
The Indonesian Military (TNI) has completed repairs to a pioneer bridge in Batu Bara Regency, North Sumatra, restoring access between Kandangan Village in Laut Tador Subdistrict and Sei Suka Deras Village in Sei Suka Subdistrict. The 67-metre-long, 1.6-metre-wide bridge was reconstructed through collaboration between TNI personnel from Kodim 0208/Asahan and local residents to restore safe and functional transportation infrastructure. The completion of the bridge is expected to normalise communit
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:21 WIB
Free Mudik Scheme 2026 Launched by Land Transportation Directorate: Schedule, Registration Method, and Routes
The Indonesian Land Transportation Directorate (Ditjen Hubdat) has launched its 2026 free mudik programme to assist residents returning home for Eid celebrations. Registration opens from 1 to 15 March 2026 via the official portal nusantara.kemenhub.go.id, with departure services spanning three days from five terminals and covering 34 destinations across ten provinces. The scheme includes motorcycle transportation services, with handover scheduled for 16 March 2026 at Pondok Cabe Terminal in Sout
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:20 WIB
Russia Urges United States and Israel to Halt Attacks on Iran
Russia's UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia has called for an immediate halt to military operations by the United States and Israel against Iran, condemning the actions as unprovoked armed aggression that violates international law and the UN Charter. Nebenzia warned that the escalating conflict risks triggering serious humanitarian and economic consequences across the Middle East, whilst threatening nuclear and radiological security, and pledged Russia's readiness to facilitate diplomatic and polit
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:18 WIB
BYD tests 1,500 kW flash charging system, nearly three times Tesla V4 power capacity
Chinese automaker BYD is conducting internal testing of a 1,500 kW ultra-fast charging network in Shenzhen, which would deliver approximately three times the power output of Tesla's current 500 kW Supercharger V4 system. The flash charging initiative is being trialled with BYD's latest compatible vehicle models, featuring a dedicated mobile app, 10-second plug-and-charge capability, and pricing at 1.3 yuan (approximately £0.15) per kilowatt-hour. The company plans to eventually operate over 4,00
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:17 WIB
Humanitarian patrols by ODC-2026 task force in armed criminal group-prone areas
The Operation Daiman Cartenz (ODC) 2026 task force, comprising National Police personnel, conducts humanitarian patrols across ten districts in Papua to combat armed criminal groups (KKB) whilst building community trust. Operating since 2022, the force prioritises community engagement through foot patrols in remote areas like Sinak District, which has experienced multiple armed clashes, arson attacks, and KKB operations throughout 2025. Personnel remain fully armed during patrols as a precaution
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:15 WIB
Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rocks Bali This Morning, Felt from Kuta to Denpasar
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck Bali on Sunday morning (1 March 2026) at 11:52 local time, with its epicentre located 60 kilometres south-east of Kuta Selatan at a depth of 56 kilometres. The tremors were strongly felt across Denpasar and Kuta, prompting residents to evacuate buildings, though this magnitude typically causes only minor damage. Indonesia remains seismically active due to its location at the convergence of three tectonic plates.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:15 WIB
Pertamina Prepares for Green Aviation Fuel Expansion into Global Markets, ISCC Certification as Key Asset
PT Pertamina is building a globally verified Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) ecosystem to expand into European and Asia-Pacific markets, strengthening Indonesia's position in the global low-carbon aviation fuel supply chain. The company, presenting at the ISCC Global Sustainability Conference 2026 in Brussels, has secured International Sustainability and Carbon Certification across its entire SAF value chain from raw material collection to storage and distribution. Pertamina is positioning SAF d
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:14 WIB
One week: 44 LPDP scholarship recipients sanctioned and Indonesia-US tariff reduced to 15 percent
During the week of 22-28 February 2026, Indonesia's LPDP education fund sanctioned 44 scholarship recipients for failing to meet service obligations, with 8 required to repay funds. The government reported an APBN deficit of Rp54.6 trillion in January 2026, whilst the Indonesia-US trade tariff was reduced from 19 percent to 15 percent following a US Supreme Court decision invalidating Trump's tariff policies.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:14 WIB
UN Emergency Session: Israel Defends Missile Strike on Iran as Existential Necessity
Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon defended Israel's large-scale aerial assault on Iran during an emergency Security Council session, characterising the military action conducted with the United States as an existential necessity rather than aggression. Danon stated that Israel acted to eliminate Iran's nuclear threat and criticised the international community for swift condemnation of Israeli defensive measures whilst remaining silent on Iran's proxy-led terrorism. The stateme
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:11 WIB
Iran Versus US–Israel Conflict in 2026 Tests Credibility of Global Peace Narrative
Military attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran in Ramadhan 2026 have triggered renewed tensions in the Middle East, raising questions about Washington's commitment to international law-based order. Experts argue that the escalation reflects coercive diplomacy and exposes contradictions between the US's rhetoric on global peace and its unilateral military practices, particularly following recent interventions in Latin America.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:10 WIB
Rebana Metropolitan Area Positioned as Global Investment Hub with ESG Foundation Through BDO Partnership
West Java's Rebana Metropolitan Area has been designated as a global investment hub based on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, following a Memorandum of Understanding signed between BDO Indonesia and West Java's Provincial Government on 26 February 2026. BDO will serve as a strategic ESG partner, providing capacity building, governance strengthening, and leveraging its global network across 100+ countries to enhance Rebana's credibility with international investors and esta
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 11:10 WIB
Trump Claims US-Israel Attack on Iran Opens Door to Diplomacy
US President Donald Trump has stated that a joint US-Israel military strike on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has opened pathways for diplomatic resolution, claiming negotiations will now be "far easier" given Iran's perceived military defeat. In the attack on 28 February 2026, approximately 40 Iranian officials were killed, including Khamenei after nearly 37 years of leadership, whilst Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps has vowed to launch the heaviest offensive response in
Archive Statistics
262,616
Total Articles
1012
News Sources
1994-2026
Coverage Period