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Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:32 WIB
Emirates Operates First Flight from Dubai to India Following US-Israel Strike on Iran
Emirates has resumed limited flight operations from Dubai following the US and Israel's military strikes on Iran, operating its first flight to Mumbai on Monday night using an Airbus A380. The resumption marks the beginning of aviation recovery across the Middle East, where thousands of flights were cancelled and airspace closures affected hundreds of thousands of passengers globally. Etihad Airways and El Al are taking alternative measures, with El Al considering private jet rentals and alternative routing through Jordan to repatriate stranded Israeli citizens.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:31 WIB
Low-Cost Green Car Prices Stable as March 2026 Approaches Ahead of Eid
As Indonesia approaches Eid in March 2026, prices for low-cost green cars (LCGC) remain relatively stable, with only Toyota and Daihatsu having raised prices in February whilst Honda maintains its pricing. Honda has launched the new Brio Satya S CVT variant at IDR 183.5 million to capture demand for affordable automatic transmission vehicles, whilst Daihatsu's Ayla and Sigra models and Toyota's Agya and Calya have seen modest price increases ranging from IDR 1.5 million to IDR 2 million across variants.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:30 WIB
Ministry of Transport Implements Traffic Delay Strategy to Prevent Port Congestion During Lebaran Holiday
The Ministry of Transport has implemented a delaying system strategy and designated buffer zones at multiple locations outside major ferry ports to manage vehicle queuing during the Lebaran holiday period. The system will be deployed at key routes leading to Merak, Bakauheni, Ketapan, and Gilimanuk ports from 13-29 March 2026, with a total parking capacity of 1,430 small vehicles across 10 buffer zone points at the Bakauheni and Muara Pilu routes. Additionally, ticket purchase restrictions will be enforced within a 4.71 kilometre radius of Merak port to prevent congestion in port access areas.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:29 WIB
Yesterday: Former Vice President Try Sutrisno passes away and government urged to review trade agreement
Indonesia's sixth Vice President Try Sutrisno passed away on Monday morning at the Armed Forces Central Hospital in Jakarta, with President Prabowo Subianto leading a military funeral ceremony at Kalibata National Heroes Cemetery. The news roundup also covers President Prabowo's directive to keep basic commodity prices stable through Ramadan and Eid, as well as Parliament's Commission VII requesting a review of the reciprocal trade agreement signed with the United States.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:27 WIB
UN concerned Lebanon heating up amid Iran-US-Israel conflict
The United Nations has expressed serious concern over escalating military tensions in Lebanon as the conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance intensifies. Following US and Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliation, Hizbullah has launched attacks on Israel and responded to Israeli strikes on Lebanese territory. UN peacekeeping forces (UNIFIL) remain deployed in Lebanon despite the deteriorating security situation along the Blue Line.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:25 WIB
Kaesang Urged to Continue Jokowi's Legacy During Pesantren Tour
Kaesang Pangarep, chairman of the Solidarity Indonesia Party (PSI), has been urged by Islamic scholars and clerics to continue the developmental legacy of his father, former President Joko Widodo, during a tour of Islamic boarding schools in Kediri, East Java. The clerics, including those from the Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI), praised Jokowi's quiet and methodical approach to governance and requested that Kaesang and PSI cadres carry forward his work. The PSI has suspended regular meetings during Ramadan to focus on spiritual activities and consolidation efforts ahead of the coming elections.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:25 WIB
Iran Conflict Escalates, Indonesian Inflation Surges: Can the Composite Index Withstand the Pressure?
Indonesia's stock market faced significant downward pressure following US-Israel military operations against Iran, with the Composite Index (IHSG) declining 2.5% to 8,029.2 on 2 March 2026, marking its weakest level in two weeks. The instability was compounded by higher-than-expected February inflation data, with consumer prices rising 0.68% monthly (the highest since April 2025) and 4.76% year-on-year (the highest in nearly two years), primarily driven by food price increases during Ramadan preparations. Global markets showed mixed reactions, with US markets stabilizing after initial declines through defensive buying, whilst European indices fell sharply and Asian markets tumbled amid oil price spikes and geopolitical uncertainty.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:24 WIB
Restore Purchasing Power, Indonesia's Middle Class Needs Quality Jobs
Indonesia's middle class requires quality employment opportunities and supporting infrastructure such as public transport rather than government stimulus alone, according to UOB's ASEAN economist. The manufacturing sector is highlighted as crucial for creating quality jobs and restoring middle-class purchasing power, with vocational training and expanded demand-side economic policies needed to sustain growth.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:24 WIB
Melania Trump Leads UN Security Council Session, Advances Peace Mission Through Education
Melania Trump made history as the first US First Lady to chair a UN Security Council meeting, focusing on "Peace Through Education" amid escalating Middle Eastern tensions. The session addressed the impact of military operations on education in the region, including reported deaths of children in an airstrike on a school in Iran's Minab, with UN officials stressing the need to prevent and stop wars to protect children. The meeting reflects ongoing US-Israel military coordination and broader diplomatic efforts to address regional conflict and nuclear negotiations with Iran.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:24 WIB
Four Fishermen Missing After Fishing Vessel Struck by Barge in Indramayu Waters
Four crew members of the KM Almujib fishing vessel have gone missing following a collision with a barge near Biawak Island in Indramayu Regency on 28 February 2026. Combined Search and Rescue teams are continuing search operations in the surrounding waters, whilst two other crew members have been found dead and two others rescued.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:23 WIB
Breaking: Iran Officially Closes Strait of Hormuz, Threatens to Fire on Passing Vessels
Iran has officially closed the Strait of Hormuz and threatened to fire on any vessels attempting to pass through, following US and Israeli military strikes on 28 February that resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The closure directly threatens approximately 20% of global daily oil consumption, creating significant risks of crude oil price spikes and severe disruption to global logistics, as the strait represents the world's most critical petroleum export route linking major Gulf producers to international markets.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:17 WIB
State Protection in Conflict Zones
Indonesia faces heightened concerns over the safety of its nationals amid escalating military conflict in the Middle East, with approximately 329 Indonesians in Iran and nearly 59,000 pilgrims in Saudi Arabia at risk. The Indonesian government, particularly regional authorities in West Nusa Tenggara, has mobilised diplomatic efforts through embassies to ensure citizen protection, underscoring the need for institutionalised and sustained protection policies rather than ad-hoc responses.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:15 WIB
Iran Appreciates Prabowo's Willingness to Serve as Peacemaker, But…
President Prabowo Subianto has offered to mediate between the United States and Iran following joint US-Israeli military strikes on Iranian territory on 28 February 2026, with Indonesia formally calling for diplomatic solutions through its Foreign Ministry. However, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Boroujerdi expressed scepticism about negotiations with the US, arguing that America and Israel do not respect diplomacy and have repeatedly attacked whilst engaged in peace talks, and instead called for Islamic nations to condemn the strikes and support Iran through international mechanisms such as the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and the United Nations.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:15 WIB
US-Israel vs Iran escalation: Egypt warns of threat to Suez Canal
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has warned that escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran poses a significant threat to the Suez Canal, a vital maritime trade route linking Europe and Asia. The canal's revenues fell 60% in 2024, resulting in approximately $7 billion in losses for Egypt's economy, as major shipping companies avoid the region due to military attack risks. Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea continue to disrupt international navigation and commerce, forcing vessels to take longer routes around the Cape of Good Hope.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:14 WIB
Nezar affirms protection of public data amid AI development
Deputy Communications and Digital Minister Nezar Patria has emphasised that Indonesian citizens' data and digital content have become a crucial foundation for global artificial intelligence development, warning that the nation must safeguard the economic value and rights associated with this data. He highlighted that personal data is no longer merely private information but a primary raw material for AI, with major global platforms harvesting and processing Indonesian data at scale. The Communications and Digital Ministry is reviewing national regulatory frameworks and studying European Union governance practices to ensure data sovereignty and protect Indonesian journalists, academics, and creators from having their work used to train AI systems without fair compensation.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:10 WIB
State Spending Could Swell by Rp 10.3 Trillion for Every $1 USD Rise in Oil Prices
Rising global crude oil prices stemming from US-Israeli military action against Iran pose significant fiscal risks to Indonesia's state budget, with the government facing an additional Rp 10.3 trillion in spending for every $1 increase in Indonesian Crude Price due to energy subsidies and compensation schemes. Officials warn that sustained oil price increases could trigger inflation pressures, leading to monetary policy tightening by the central bank and potentially slowing economic growth, whilst drawing investors toward safe-haven assets such as gold and government bonds at the expense of equity markets.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:06 WIB
Tropical Cyclone Seedling 90S Developing, BMKG Warns of Extreme Weather Potential 2-8 March
Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has identified the development of Tropical Cyclone Seedling 90S in the Indian Ocean south of Central Java, warning of potential extreme rainfall across multiple Indonesian regions from 2-8 March 2026. The cyclone seedling combined with low-pressure systems around Papua and Australia is creating converging wind zones that support the formation of massive rain clouds, with extreme rainfall already documented in West Papua and other regions. BMKG has advised the public to remain vigilant for heavy to very heavy rainfall, strong winds, and lightning, particularly affecting Sumatra, Java, Bali, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and eastern Indonesian regions.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:06 WIB
Methamphetamine Trafficker in West Bandung Uses Snails as Distribution Concealment
A 27-year-old man from Lembang District in West Bandung Regency has been arrested for distributing methamphetamine using hollowed-out freshwater snail shells as a concealment method. The suspect, identified as RPA, confessed to authorities that he had been operating this illegal drug distribution scheme for three months before his arrest by the Cimahi Police's Narcotics Unit. Police seized 2.08 grams of methamphetamine and several snail shells used in the operation.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:05 WIB
Saudi Arabia and Gulf States Prepare Response Following Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks
Following escalated military strikes that resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the United States and Israel claim significant success, with President Trump stating 48 Iranian leaders were killed. Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members have convened to formulate a unified response, pledging to defend their territories and considering retaliatory measures if necessary, whilst France and other Western allies have affirmed their readiness to assist in regional defence.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 06:05 WIB
Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates: Update on Indonesian Citizens in the Middle East
Commission I member Amelia Anggraini has provided an update on Indonesian citizens (WNI) currently in the Middle East amid escalating Iran-Israel-US tensions. According to her statement, 329 Indonesians in Iran have been contacted and Indonesian embassies across the region are implementing heightened alert procedures, whilst 58,867 Indonesian umrah pilgrims remain in Saudi Arabia. The government has not yet declared the Middle East situation safe, urging all Indonesians to remain vigilant and prioritise their safety as Iran continues launching missiles at locations hosting US military bases.
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