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China Condemns US-Israel Military Attack on Iran Following Ayatollah Khamenei's Death

China has strongly condemned the US and Israeli military attack on Iran on 28 February that resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who had led the country for 37 years. The attack killed at least 201 people and prompted Iran to retaliate with missile strikes against Israeli and US military installations, whilst demonstrations erupted across Iranian cities. The incident has sparked international concern about regional destabilisation and potential impacts on global

Iranian Missile Attack Causes Damage at Dubai Airport and Injuries

Iran launched a large-scale attack using ballistic missiles and drones across the Middle East in response to a US-Israel strike that killed Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei. Dubai International Airport sustained damage in a strike on Saturday, resulting in four injuries, and subsequently suspended all flight operations at both DXB and Dubai World Central indefinitely. The Iranian attack also caused fires at Jebel Ali port and the Fairmont The Palm hotel, with additional damage reported in Qata

Who Controls the Strait of Hormuz? Understanding the World's Most Strategic Oil Route

The Strait of Hormuz, linking the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea, handles 20-30% of global oil consumption daily despite being only 33 kilometres wide at its narrowest point. Control over this critical waterway involves complex geopolitical dynamics between Iran and Oman, with the United States maintaining significant military presence through its Fifth Fleet, whilst international maritime law designates it a strait for international navigation with passage rights for all vesse

US Defence Shares Rise Following Attack on Iran

Following US and Israeli military strikes on Tehran on 28 February 2026, defence sector stocks on the New York Stock Exchange surged as markets responded to geopolitical tensions and anticipated increased military spending. Major defence contractors including Lockheed Martin, RTX, and Northrop Grumman are positioned to benefit from the escalation, whilst crude oil prices also climbed significantly with Brent crude expected to rise 5–7 dollars per barrel. Defence stocks historically serve as a ba

Middle East Tensions: Pertamina Prioritises Worker Safety and Strengthens Operational Risk Mitigation

PT Pertamina has affirmed its commitment to maintaining Indonesia's energy supply stability amidst escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East by prioritising worker safety and operational continuity. The state-owned energy company has identified three strategic business units directly affected by the regional dynamics and has implemented intensive monitoring, risk mitigation measures, and coordinated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Indonesian diplomatic missions to ensure unint

Caution: Traffic Diversion on Padang-Sicincin Toll Road Next Monday

PT Hutama Karya will implement traffic management measures on the Padang-Sicincin toll road on 2-3 March 2026 to accommodate girder installation for the Lubuk Alung Interchange project. The diversion, expected to affect travel patterns during peak hours from 09:00 to 15:00 WIB, is a safety precaution to protect motorists as heavy equipment and materials are transported across the roadway.

Mataram City Government Allocates IDR 1 Billion to Repair Roads in Elite Residential Complex

The Mataram City Government has allocated IDR 1 billion from its 2026 budget to repair damaged roads in the elite Geguntur residential complex near the city parliament building. Additionally, the Public Works Department plans to construct a retention pond at Southern Ring Road to address flooding issues, with a separate IDR 1 billion allocation for a facility designed to hold 40,000 cubic metres of water.

Hamas Mourns Death of Khamenei, Demands US-Israel Accountability

Hamas has issued an official statement mourning the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following attacks by the United States and Israel, holding both nations fully responsible for what it describes as aggression and a "war crime" against Iranian sovereignty. The Palestinian resistance movement emphasised Khamenei's decades-long political, diplomatic, and military support for Palestine, stating that such backing was instrumental in the development of resistance tactics and the

Revealed: United States and Israel Agreed on Timing of Attack on Iran Before Nuclear Negotiations

The United States and Israel reportedly agreed to conduct military strikes against Iran on Saturday, scheduled just before US-Iran nuclear negotiations in Geneva, according to media reports citing US officials. Following the failed third round of talks on Thursday evening, the joint strikes on Saturday resulted in damage and civilian casualties, prompting Iran to retaliate with missile attacks on Israel and US military facilities in the Middle East. Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto has off

Conflict Escalates as US and Iran Exchange Threats

The United States and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran on 28 February 2026, resulting in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In response, Iran's Revolutionary Guards vowed severe retaliatory strikes using advanced missiles and drones, whilst US President Trump warned of unprecedented military force if Iran proceeds with attacks. The escalation marks a critical moment in US-Iran tensions, with both sides mobilising for further confrontation.

KSBSI Appreciates Police Chief, Pledges Continued Support for Indonesian National Police under President

The head of Indonesia's Confederation of All-Indonesian Workers' Unions (KSBSI), Elly Rosita Silaban, has expressed appreciation for National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo and reaffirmed the union's commitment to supporting the Indonesian National Police (Polri) under presidential authority. This marks the first joint iftar gathering between KSBSI and Polri, and Silaban highlighted the police's labour affairs desk as instrumental in resolving worker disputes whilst hoping for its exp

If PT Agrinas Continues Importing 105,000 Indian Pick-up Trucks, KSPN Demands Immediate KPK and BPK Audit

The Confederation of Indonesian Workers' Unions (KSPN) has formally requested that the Anti-Corruption Commission (KPK) and Supreme Audit Board (BPK) conduct an immediate audit of PT Agrinas's plan to import 105,000 Mahindra Scorpio pick-up trucks from India, citing potential violations of Indonesia's domestic industry protection laws and concerns about a 6 trillion rupiah advance payment. KSPN has identified numerous irregularities in the procurement process, including the absence of stakeholde

Middle East Crisis Triggers Flight Cancellations Across Dozens of Airlines

Escalating conflict between Iran and Israel-US coalition has prompted eight Middle Eastern nations to close their airspace, forcing dozens of airlines to cancel or suspend flights to the region. Airlines including Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and major international carriers have suspended operations as approximately 24 per cent of flights to the Middle East were cancelled on Saturday, with further disruptions expected through early March 2026.

Saan Mustopa Strengthens Engagement and Consolidation in East Java Electoral District 3

NasDem Party Deputy Chairman Saan Mustopa conducted the ninth day of the party's Ramadan Safari across East Java's Electoral District 3, encompassing Bondowoso, Situbondo, and Banyuwangi. The visit focused on party internal cohesion, moral foundations through pesantren engagement, and strengthening structural organisation in preparation for the 2029 elections through dialogues with local government heads.

Sagara Kreti: A Symbolic Giant Insect Figure Born from Three Balinese Texts

Young people from Banjar Jaba Tengah have created an ogoh-ogoh (Balinese giant parade figure) named Sagara Kreti, featuring a walang sangit (stink bug) as the central character, derived from three sacred lontar (palm leaf manuscripts) to convey a message about humanity's failure to protect the natural environment. The figure represents Sang Hyang Sandhijaya, the guardian of the ocean, who appears to warn people about environmental destruction. The creation, which debuted at the 2026 Kasanga Fest

Drug Courier Genda Arrested in Connection with Ko Erwin Drug Trafficking Syndicate

Indonesian police arrested Akhsan Al-Fadhil, alias Genda, a drug courier for narcotics kingpin Ko Erwin, in Pekanbaru, Riau, following investigations that revealed their joint distribution of approximately 1.5 kilograms of methamphetamine. The arrest came after Ko Erwin's apprehension and confession that he had worked with Genda to distribute the drugs, particularly in Bima, West Nusa Tenggara. The case also implicates a former police chief who allegedly received billions of rupiah in bribes fro

National Police Chief Commits to Supporting Workers' Struggle Through Police Labour Desk

National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has committed to supporting workers' causes through the establishment of labour desks across police regional offices. The initiative aims to address worker grievances and provide legal support whilst maintaining security in investment environments and protecting workers' freedom of expression.

Strait of Hormuz Closure: What Impact for Jakarta Residents?

Iran's reported closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil supply route, is expected to affect Jakarta's supply chains and commodity prices, with Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung warning of potential price increases. The provincial government has assured residents that essential goods stocks, including rice, red chillies, and meat, are sufficient ahead of Eid al-Fitr, whilst monitoring market prices to mitigate potential inflationary pressures from the disruption.

Array of Prospective Sectors amid Iran-US Geopolitical Tensions

Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel, and Iran have triggered volatility in global commodity markets, with Brent crude oil rising above USD 73 per barrel and gold prices climbing. Indonesian equity markets have responded by seeing capital inflows into commodity-based stocks, particularly in the energy and precious metals sectors, which act as safe-haven instruments for investors hedging against geopolitical risk and supply chain disruptions.

Minister of Culture Attends SANFFEST Ramadan Film Screening, Encourages Pesantren Students to Create

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon attended the Santri Film Festival (SANFFEST) Ramadan film screening at the Ministry of Culture's Data and Information Centre in Ciputat, Tangerang Selatan, to promote youth participation in cultural advancement through film. Zon highlighted film's importance as a cultural platform containing multiple art forms and its capacity to reach mass audiences in the digital era, whilst emphasising Indonesia's rich narrative potential across its 42,000 pesantren, 1,340 ethnic

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