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Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 02:22 WIB
Gresik Resident Stabbed During Sahur Rounds; Suspected Perpetrator's House Burned
A pre-dawn meal (sahur) delivery activity in Gresik, East Java, escalated into an inter-village youth clash on Friday, resulting in two residents being stabbed. When authorities failed to apprehend the suspected perpetrator, dozens of residents subsequently burned down a house believed to belong to the attacker in Tlogosadang village, destroying vehicles and household items.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 02:00 WIB
Two People in Israel Injured Following Iranian Missile Strikes
Israel reported two people injured from Iranian retaliatory missile strikes on 28 February 2026, with a 16-year-old and 50-year-old being hospitalised and 86 others sustaining minor injuries. The strikes were Iran's response to US and Israeli attacks, with Arab Israeli communities in particular facing vulnerability due to insufficient bomb shelters in their areas.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 01:50 WIB
Transport Minister reinforces Lebaran transport readiness across modes in Gorontalo
Indonesia's Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi has prioritised preparations for the 2026 Lebaran exodus in Gorontalo Province, anticipating 870,000 people will travel during the period. The minister emphasised the critical importance of air, sea, and land transport infrastructure, including Djalaluddin Airport and three main ferry routes, alongside coordination with local government to ensure smooth connectivity across Sulawesi during the holiday period.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 01:47 WIB
Sumba Iconic Island Heading Towards 100% Renewable Energy
Sumba has been designated as an "Iconic Island" with a target to achieve 100 per cent renewable energy by 2025, supported by Indonesia's Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and international partners. The island possesses substantial potential for solar and wind power generation, with electrification rates rising from 24.5 per cent in 2010 to 50.9 per cent in 2018, positioning it as a national model for clean energy independence and attracting significant investment opportunities in renewab
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 01:24 WIB
Ride-Hailing and Delivery Firms Push Back Against Compulsory Eid Bonus
Indonesia's digital mobility and delivery association has called on the government to keep Ramadan bonuses voluntary rather than mandatory for online taxi and courier platforms, arguing that standardised payments would strain companies with varying financial capacities. The Ministry of Manpower expects platforms to provide holiday bonuses similar to previous years, though the legal status of informal ride-hailing and delivery drivers remains contested, making the regulatory requirement contentio
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 01:21 WIB
Bogor Police Support Prabowo's Programme with Renovation of 13 Substandard Homes
The Bogor Police are implementing the ASRI (healthy, safe, and orderly) home renovation programme to address substandard housing, aligned with President Prabowo Subianto's national housing policy. Bogor Police Chief AKBP Wikha Ardilestanto announced that 13 homes across Ciawi, Kemang, and Citeureup subdistricts will be renovated with emphasis on healthy living standards, safety, and improved spatial design as part of broader national development goals.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 01:08 WIB
AHY: Chinese New Year Festival proves Indonesia values diversity
Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono praised the Harmoni Imlek Nusantara festival as evidence of Indonesia's commitment to plurality and respect for differences. The nationwide celebration, held at Lapangan Banteng in Jakarta and across multiple cities, positions Chinese New Year as a shared national celebration uniting all Indonesians rather than merely a community observance, particularly significant this year as it coincides with the holy
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 01:00 WIB
Forest Minister Conveys Prabowo's Greetings While Issuing Social Forestry Certificates in IKN
Indonesia's Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni presented social forestry certificates to four farmer forest groups covering 833 hectares for 140 families in the new capital of Nusantara (IKN) in East Kalimantan. The minister conveyed President Prabowo Subianto's greetings, highlighting the initiative as a presidential priority programme to maximise forest resources for community welfare whilst ensuring legal certainty and sustainable management.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:55 WIB
Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh urges Indonesian citizens to remain vigilant amid Middle East situation
The Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh has issued an advisory urging all Indonesian nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain calm and heighten awareness of security developments in the Middle East region. The embassy has requested citizens to monitor official sources, follow Saudi authorities' guidance, register through the official platform, and postpone non-essential travel whilst maintaining important documentation in both physical and digital formats.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:50 WIB
Iran Threatens to Close Strait of Hormuz Following Israeli and US Attacks
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned ships that the Strait of Hormuz is unsafe for passage and has effectively closed the waterway following military strikes by Israel and the United States. The closure of this critical shipping route, through which the majority of global oil and gas exports pass, poses significant implications for global energy markets and Western allies' interests in the region.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:43 WIB
IAEA Governing Board to focus on US and Israeli attacks against Iran
The International Atomic Energy Agency's Governing Board will convene on Monday with a primary focus on discussing recent military aggression by the United States and Israel against Iran, according to Russia's permanent representative to international organisations in Vienna. The meeting comes following a cycle of escalating strikes in which Israel and the US launched attacks on Iranian territory, prompting Tehran to announce retaliatory measures.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:36 WIB
West Java Governor Assists in Repatriation of Woman Suspected Victim of Mail-Order Bride Scheme
West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi has pledged provincial government assistance in repatriating Vina, a 27-year-old woman from Cirebon regency, who is suspected to be a victim of human trafficking disguised as a marriage scheme in China. The victim reportedly experienced physical violence and was deceived about the nature of the marriage, with her husband's family later demanding the bride price be returned and having her sign documents that legally bound her as a wife under Chinese law. The govern
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:27 WIB
Minister of Religion: Christmas and Lunar New Year Celebrations Prove Indonesia's Religious Harmony Reaches Peak
Indonesia's Minister of Religion Nasaruddin Umar attended the peak of the 2026 Lunar New Year Festival, highlighting what he described as an unprecedented coalition of religious celebrations in Indonesia's history. He noted that Indonesia has achieved record levels of interfaith harmony in 2025, with the simultaneous observance of Lunar New Year and Ramadan serving as symbols of Indonesia's cultural diversity and national unity. The minister emphasised that these celebrations transcend individua
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:25 WIB
Transport Minister: Eid 2026 Homecoming Flight Tickets Discounted 18 Per Cent
Indonesia's Ministry of Transport is offering up to 18 per cent discounts on domestic flight tickets during the 2026 Eid holiday period to assist citizens travelling home. Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi stated the government will strictly monitor the discount implementation to ensure consumers experience genuine price reductions, whilst acknowledging that ticket prices fluctuate due to supply and demand dynamics during peak travel periods. The government is also preparing free transport opt
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:22 WIB
Qatar condemns targeting of its territory, asserts right to respond
Qatar has strongly condemned ballistic missile attacks on its territory by Iran, characterising the strikes as a blatant violation of its sovereignty, security and territorial integrity. The Qatari Foreign Ministry stated that Qatar reserves the full right to respond to the attacks in accordance with international law and in a manner proportional to the aggression, whilst emphasising its continued support for dialogue with Iran as the optimal means of resolving regional disputes peacefully.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:21 WIB
AHY Hopes Israel-Iran War Ends Soon: Effects on Global Economy and Energy
Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY) has expressed concern over Israeli and American strikes against Iran, warning that escalating Middle Eastern conflict poses serious risks to global geopolitical stability, civil aviation safety, and worldwide energy sectors. AHY stated the conflict's effects would extend beyond the Middle East to Southeast Asia and other regions, urging airlines to recalculate flight routes and calling for immediate
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:21 WIB
East Java cited as Indonesia's highest maize contributor
East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa announced that the province has become Indonesia's largest maize producer, with 4.8 million tonnes of shelled dry maize in 2025, nearly double that of Central Java and representing approximately 30 per cent of national production. The achievement reflects collaboration between provincial authorities, local governments, and community organisations including the Scouting Movement in advancing national food security and sovereignty. Banyuwangi Regency, as
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:16 WIB
Is the Chair of the Board of Peace Still Worthy of the Title After Attacking Iran?
The United States and Israel, both members of President Trump's "Board of Peace" established in October 2025, launched a large-scale military attack on Iran without UN mandate or genuine emergency justification, despite ongoing diplomatic negotiations. The attack, which reportedly killed nearly 100 schoolgirls alongside military targets, contravenes international law and undermines Trump's stated commitment to world peace, prompting critics to recast the board as "Board of War" or "Bored of Peac
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:06 WIB
Sapuhi Reports Umrah Flight Conditions amid Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict
The chairman of the Indonesian Umrah and Hajj Organisers Association (Sapuhi) has reported that the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel has not yet impacted flights carrying umrah pilgrims from Indonesia. Whilst acknowledging that Scoot Airlines has cancelled some flights, Sapuhi officials hope that other airlines will maintain their services, noting that Indonesian flight routes to Saudi Arabia are relatively distant from conflict zones.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 00:03 WIB
Gus Lilur: Adding a Layer of Tobacco Excise Tax Will Save the People's Industry
Gus Lilur, owner of Rokok Bintang Sembilan, defends the Ministry of Finance's proposal to add a new layer to the tobacco excise tax structure as a fiscal transition tool to formalise small businesses and reduce the price gap that fuels illegal cigarette smuggling. He argues the debate wrongly focuses on retail prices without recognising Indonesia's diverse industrial structure and that tariff layers are classification instruments, not pricing discounts, with consumption control determined by ove
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