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Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:30 WIB
United Arab Emirates Condemns Iranian Missile Attacks on Its Territory and the Region
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned Iranian missile strikes targeting its territory and other regional nations, calling them a blatant violation of national sovereignty, international law, and the UN Charter. The UAE's Foreign Ministry has expressed full solidarity with affected regional states, stressed the indivisibility of regional security, and called for restraint and diplomatic solutions to resolve the current crisis whilst reserving its right to respond in self-defence in acco
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:30 WIB
Kaesang Receives Special Meal from Leader of Nurul Qadim Islamic Boarding School During Maghrib Visit
Kaesang Pangarep, chairman of the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) and youngest son of President Joko Widodo, visited Nurul Qadim Islamic boarding school in Probolinggo, East Java during his Ramadan safari on 28 February, arriving at the time of Maghrib prayers. He was warmly received by school leader KH. Abdul Hadi Noer and other clerics, who served him warm satay for breaking the fast, as part of PSI's nationwide effort to strengthen communication with Islamic boarding schools during Ramadan.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:28 WIB
Lunar New Year Parade During Ramadan Demonstrates Indonesia as Inclusive Nation, Says Deputy Minister of Creative Economy
Deputy Minister of Creative Economy Irene Umar opened the 2026 National Lunar New Year Parade at Lapangan Banteng in central Jakarta during the holy month of Ramadan, characterising the event as a powerful symbol of religious harmony and inclusivity in Indonesia. The parade featured collaborative performances blending Chinese and Indonesian cultural traditions, with participants from multiple regions and support from government officials and private sector partners including Bank Artha Graha, wh
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:26 WIB
Religious Affairs Minister Values Lunar New Year Harmony as Rooted in Nusantara Spirituality and Culture
Indonesia's Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar has praised the Harmoni Imlek Nusantara celebration as an event deeply connected to the spiritual and socio-cultural fabric of Indonesian society, positioning it as a strategic cultural diplomacy initiative. The minister emphasised the celebration's role in promoting religious harmony, particularly as it coincides with Ramadhan, showcasing how different cultural and religious traditions can complement one another in the spirit of national un
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:21 WIB
South Sulawesi Becomes Strategic Gateway for 2026 Lebaran Transport
South Sulawesi has been designated as a strategic gateway for eastern Indonesia during the 2026 Lebaran exodus, with Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi emphasising the province's critical role in the national transport system. Surveys project 3.92 million departing and 5.36 million arriving passengers in the province, with Makassar's Sultan Hasanuddin Airport and Soekarno-Hatta Port handling unprecedented volumes. The Ministry of Transport is implementing comprehensive measures including free t
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:20 WIB
Does Measles Really Make Children Light Sensitive? Here's the Research
The article examines whether measles causes photosensitivity in children, confirming that the condition is linked to measles-induced conjunctivitis and represents part of the inflammatory response to viral infection. Both the CDC and WHO stress that whilst vitamin A supplementation may help reduce complications in infected children, vaccination remains the most effective prevention strategy, and medical consultation is essential for symptomatic cases.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:19 WIB
Sociologist: Emotional regulation literacy can prevent violence against women
A sociologist from Hasanuddin University has highlighted that emotional regulation literacy within families is crucial to preventing intimate partner violence against women. The expert argues that violence stems not only from uncontrolled emotions but also from patriarchal gender structures that suppress male emotional expression and position women as subordinate, often accompanied by psychological manipulation such as gaslighting. Prevention requires collective efforts beginning at home, encomp
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:18 WIB
Iran's Defence Minister and Revolutionary Guards Commander Killed in Israel-US Attack
Israel and the United States launched a major coordinated military strike against Iran on Saturday, 28 February 2026, reportedly killing Iranian Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Islamic Revolutionary Guards Commander Mohammed Pakpour. In response, Iran condemned the attack as a violation of sovereignty and launched retaliatory strikes targeting US military bases across the Middle East, including in Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Kuwait.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:17 WIB
Dozens of Iranian Schoolgirls Killed Following US-Israeli Bombing; Foreign Minister Araghchi: This Crime Will Not Go Unanswered
A primary school for girls in Minab, Hormozgan Province, Iran was destroyed in a combined US-Israeli air strike on 28 February 2026, killing at least 57 schoolgirls and injuring 60 others, with 53 students reported missing beneath the rubble. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the attack as a war crime and vowed retaliation, whilst local authorities reported death tolls reaching at least 70 across the southern regions of Minab and Jask. The attack, carried out in broad daylight du
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:17 WIB
Ministry of Religious Affairs and British Council Train 41,833 Islamic School English Teachers
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs has launched its first collaboration with the British Council to enhance English language proficiency among 41,833 madrasah (Islamic school) teachers nationwide. The eight-week professional development programme, formalised through a memorandum of understanding in November 2025 and culminating in a face-to-face workshop in Jakarta in February 2026, represents a strategic step to strengthen educational quality and support the Indonesia–United Kingdom Stra
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:16 WIB
Pamekasan District Parliament Approves Allocation of Reserve Funds for 2029 Regional Head Election
The Pamekasan District Parliament in East Java has approved the district government's plan to set aside reserve funds for the 2029 Regional Head Election (Pilkada), estimated to cost approximately 60 billion Indonesian Rupiah. The approval was unanimous across all factions and commissions, though some representatives cautioned that priority programmes addressing poverty alleviation, stunting reduction, and minimum service standards in education and health should not be neglected. The budgeted am
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:15 WIB
Iranian Foreign Minister: Majority of Iranian People Support Government, US Aim to Overthrow Iranian Regime is Impossible
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed US President Trump's stated objective to overthrow the Iranian regime as an impossible mission, asserting that millions of Iranians support their government. Araghchi characterised Iran's attacks on US military facilities in the Middle East as self-defence measures in response to initial aggression by the US and Israel, whilst emphasising Iran's openness to de-escalation and dialogue once the attacks cease.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:11 WIB
Iran Escalates: 14 US Military Bases Across Seven Nations Targeted
Iran has launched a coordinated military attack against fourteen US military bases across the Middle East, targeting facilities in seven countries including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Syria, and Jordan, according to Iranian military officials and state media reports. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed strikes against the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain and multiple other American installations in the region, with ballistic missiles and
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:10 WIB
Pramono emphasises importance of synergy between Islamic scholars and government leaders to maintain conducive conditions in Jakarta
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has called for strengthened collaboration between Islamic scholars (ulama) and government officials (umara) to maintain conducive, safe, and comfortable conditions across the capital. Speaking at the Ramadan Safari event 1447 H/2026 M at Al Hamid Islamic Boarding School in East Jakarta, Pramono outlined three key initiatives, including establishing a monthly commemoration of Betawi Islamic scholars at Monas in July, revitalising Qur'an recitation competitions (MTQ)
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:06 WIB
Trump Discusses Potential US Casualties Following Iran Attack, Claims Noble Mission
US President Donald Trump acknowledged potential American casualties following large-scale strikes against Iran, claiming the military action targets Iranian missile and naval capabilities. The combined US-Israel assault prompted Iranian military retaliation against American bases across the Middle East, escalating regional tensions amid warnings of further strikes if Iran continues its nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:06 WIB
AHY Warns that Israeli Attack on Iran Triggers Severe Economic and Energy Challenges
Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, Chairman of the Democratic Party and Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development, has expressed grave concern over Israeli military strikes against Iran, warning that such escalations risk significant geopolitical instability in the Middle East with broader implications for global security, aviation safety, and economic stability. AHY called for Indonesian anticipatory measures to mitigate potential spillover effects, particularly in the energy and economic sect
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:05 WIB
KAI still provides 22,134 tickets with 30 per cent discount at Malang Station
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) Daerah Operasi 8 Surabaya continues to offer 22,134 discounted railway tickets at 30 per cent off for the 2026 Lebaran period departing from Malang Station in East Java, as part of a government stimulus programme running from 14–29 March 2026. Of the initial quota of 46,848 tickets, 24,714 have been sold to date, representing 52 per cent of the total allocation and reflecting strong public response to the central government's initiative. KAI has urged prospective pa
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 23:04 WIB
KPAI Reveals Multiple Factors Behind Children's Involvement in Sarong Wars During Ramadan
The Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) has identified multiple underlying factors driving children's participation in "sarong wars" (street fighting) during Ramadan, including family instability, economic vulnerability, inadequate school attendance, and mental health issues. The commission warns that the phenomenon cannot be dismissed as mere juvenile delinquency but reflects systemic failures in child protection infrastructure, including loss of recreational spaces and weak adult sup
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 22:57 WIB
Gibran Praises Gus Dur and Megawati on Chinese New Year Celebrations
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has praised the legacy of fourth President Abdurrahman Wahid (Gus Dur) and President Megawati Soekarnoputri for their roles in protecting minority rights and promoting religious tolerance in Indonesia. Gibran highlighted Gus Dur's 2000 presidential decree legalising Chinese New Year celebrations and Megawati's subsequent 2002 decision to make Imlek a national public holiday, arguing that these policies represented genuine democratic inclusivity rather than m
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 22:54 WIB
Iran Attacked by US-Israel; Four Flight Routes from Bali to UAE-Qatar Affected
Four flight routes from Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have been disrupted following military escalation between Iran, the United States, and Israel. The disruptions include three cancelled flights to Dubai and Doha, and one postponed flight to Abu Dhabi, as regional airspace closures impact international aviation. The conflict began with a joint US-Israeli strike on Iranian territory on 28 February 2026, prompting an Iranian counter-attack on US mi
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