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Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 04:02 WIB
US Strike on Iran This Weekend Depends on Trump's Order
The United States military is reportedly prepared to launch strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, pending a final decision from President Donald Trump. Massive US military assets, including aircraft carriers USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Gerald R. Ford, fighter jets, and refuelling aircraft, have been deployed to the Middle East, though indirect negotiations between the two nations continue without clear resolution.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
US to withdraw all troops from Syria
The United States has decided to withdraw its remaining approximately 1,000 troops from Syria within the next two months, following a gradual drawdown over recent months. Washington considers the military presence no longer necessary as the Syrian Democratic Forces have been largely dissolved and integrated into Syrian state structures, though some officials warn the pullout risks enabling an ISIS resurgence.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Pertamina: Fuel Distribution Safe Despite Cargo Plane Incident in Nunukan
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan has assured the public that fuel stocks and distribution remain normal following a cargo aircraft crash in Krayan, Nunukan Regency, North Kalimantan. The company has prepared alternative distribution schemes to maintain supply to the border region, where fuel is delivered under the government's One Price Fuel programme. The crashed aircraft, an Air Tractor AT-802 operated by a single pilot with no passengers, was returning to Tarakan after completing
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:57 WIB
Barelang Police Uncover Extortion of Malaysian National Using Dating App Scheme
Police in Batam have arrested three suspects who extorted a Malaysian tourist of 5,000 ringgit (approximately Rp20 million) using a same-sex dating application as bait. The suspects, all recidivists with prior convictions for violent theft, lured the victim to an empty house before threatening him with wooden weapons and demanding money, which was subsequently linked to online gambling transfers.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:56 WIB
Fuel Transport Aircraft Crashes in Nunukan
A PT Pelita Air Service aircraft carrying fuel for PT Pertamina's operations crashed in the mountainous Pabetung Remayo area of East Krayan, Nunukan Regency, North Kalimantan. The Air Tractor AT802, registered as PK-PAA, was operating the Tarakan–Long Bawan–Tarakan route when the incident occurred on Thursday, with TNI soldiers and local residents working to extinguish the resulting fire.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:53 WIB
Former Bima City Police Chief Claims He Never Ordered Subordinate to Collaborate with Drug Dealer
Former Bima City Police Chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro has been dishonourably discharged after a Police Code of Ethics Commission hearing found he solicited and received money from a drug dealer through a subordinate, misused narcotics, and engaged in sexual misconduct. Through his lawyer, Didik denied ordering his former narcotics unit head to cooperate with the dealer, claiming drugs found in his suitcase were unclaimed evidence from a previous posting in North Jakarta dating back to 2019.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:51 WIB
Dony Oskaria Visits Temporary Shelter Residents in Malalo, Tanah Datar
Danantara COO Dony Oskaria visited temporary shelters built by state-owned enterprises (SOEs) for communities affected by flash floods in Malalo, Tanah Datar, West Sumatra, to inspect facilities and accelerate post-disaster recovery. The government has allocated approximately Rp400 billion for housing construction and community recovery in West Sumatra, with a national programme initially targeting around 15,000 temporary housing units, though some have been converted to alternative assistance s
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:50 WIB
Prabowo Attends Inaugural Board of Peace Summit at US Institute of Peace
President Prabowo Subianto attended the inaugural Board of Peace summit on Gaza in Washington DC, hosted by US President Donald Trump at the US Institute of Peace. Indonesia's leader was given the fourth speaking slot in the intervention session, following Bahrain, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, underscoring Jakarta's diplomatic engagement on the Palestinian issue alongside representatives from more than 20 nations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:45 WIB
Ministry of Trade pushes MSMEs to break into Australia through export bootcamp
Indonesia's Ministry of Trade has launched a 30-day export bootcamp through its Canberra Trade Attaché office, targeting up to 2,000 MSME participants to help them penetrate Australian and Pacific markets. The programme addresses gaps in export literacy among Indonesian small businesses, leveraging the IA-CEPA trade agreement that grants zero-tariff access for approximately 99 per cent of Indonesian export tariff lines to Australia, a market with annual imports exceeding US$280 billion.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:42 WIB
DPR Wives' Association Distributes 3,500 Charity and Staple Food Packages Ahead of Ramadan 1447 H
The DPR's Wives' Association (PIA) distributed 3,500 charity and basic necessities packages to orphans and support staff within the parliamentary complex, including cleaners, office boys, security personnel, gardeners, and honorary employees, ahead of Ramadan. House Speaker Puan Maharani underscored the initiative as a manifestation of mutual cooperation and called on all parliamentary elements to use Ramadan to strengthen social solidarity and commitment to the public.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:38 WIB
Bank Danamon Still Assessing Buy Now Pay Later Business Expansion
Bank Danamon is exploring entry into the buy now pay later (BNPL) segment to strengthen its retail penetration, though it remains in the business model assessment phase and is considering distribution through group entity Home Credit Indonesia or collaboration with MUFG Group's startup ecosystem. The bank posted solid FY2025 results with consolidated net profit of Rp4 trillion (up 14% year-on-year), total lending of Rp212.7 trillion (up 9%), and improved asset quality with NPL falling to 1.7%.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:38 WIB
Judicial Review of Police Law: Advocates Seek to Place Police Under Home Affairs Ministry
Three advocates have filed a judicial review at Indonesia's Constitutional Court challenging provisions that place the National Police directly under the President, arguing this structure creates political bias and discrimination against lawyers defending opposition interests. The petitioners are requesting that the police be placed under the Ministry of Home Affairs to improve institutional accountability, control, and democratic integrity.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:37 WIB
Agrarian Affairs Minister hands over substantive approval for North Sulawesi spatial plan
The Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning has formally delivered substantive approval for North Sulawesi's Regional Spatial Plan (RTRW), marking the completion of a process that began in 2019. The provincial government will now proceed to secure joint approval from the provincial legislature in a plenary session scheduled for 24 February 2026, with only three of North Sulawesi's 15 districts and cities having thus far enacted their own spatial planning regulations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:37 WIB
Hutama Karya Continues Clean Water Installation for Agam Temporary Housing
State-owned construction firm PT Hutama Karya is pressing ahead with clean water infrastructure for the second phase of temporary housing (huntara) in Palembayan, Agam Regency, West Sumatra, with completion targeted for 22 February 2026. The project involves laying 800 metres of pipeline to supply 88 housing units, sourcing water from a river 3.3 kilometres away, whilst employing 26 local workers in the construction effort.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:36 WIB
Indonesian Police Confirm Continued Criminal Investigation into Former Bima City Police Chief's Drug Case
Indonesia's National Police have confirmed they will continue pursuing criminal narcotics charges against former Bima City Police Chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro despite his dishonourable dismissal from the force. The ethics tribunal found Didik guilty of soliciting money from drug dealers through a subordinate, drug abuse, and sexual misconduct, whilst police are now hunting a drug network supplier identified only as "E." The case underscores the police force's stated zero-tolerance stance on in
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:35 WIB
Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs Completes 39 Permanent Houses in North Aceh
The Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs has completed 39 of a planned 104 permanent housing units for flood victims in Kuala Cangkoy village, North Aceh district. Coordinating Minister Djamari Chaniago expressed confidence that all units would be finished by the end of March 2026, in time for residents to celebrate Ramadan in their new homes.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:34 WIB
Communications Minister sees mainstream media as key guardian of information credibility
Minister of Communications and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid has underscored the critical role of mainstream media in safeguarding information credibility amid a surge of disinformation that threatens public perception of national policy and Indonesia's standing on global issues. Speaking during a visit to The Jakarta Post's offices, the minister warned that disinformation could undermine Indonesia's bargaining position in international forums, including its participation in the Board of Peace, a
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:31 WIB
NasDem Hosts Iftar Inviting Political Party Elites to Discuss Supporting Prabowo's Programmes
The NasDem Party hosted an iftar gathering on the first day of Ramadan attended by senior political figures including former Vice President Jusuf Kalla, Gerindra's Sufmi Dasco, PDIP's Puan Maharani, PAN's Zulkifli Hasan, and PKS's Al Muzammil Yusuf, to discuss cross-party support for President Prabowo Subianto's government programmes. NasDem reaffirmed its commitment to the governing coalition and support for flagship policies such as the Free Nutritious Meals programme and Koperasi Merah Putih,
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:31 WIB
Takjil Bazaar in Takengon Thronged by Disaster Survivors
A takjil (pre-iftar snack) bazaar in Takengon, Central Aceh, has drawn large crowds including survivors of the Sumatra disaster, signalling early signs of economic recovery in the region. The bazaar is part of the Central Aceh regency's broader efforts to revive the local economy, complementing a subsidised market programme organised by the Aceh provincial government in collaboration with Bulog across 23 districts ahead of Ramadan.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 03:28 WIB
Genesis prepares to enter Indonesia, begins consultation phase with customers
Hyundai's luxury marque Genesis is nearing its official launch in Indonesia, with a dedicated team currently conducting VIP sales consultations with existing Genesis owners in the country. The move signals Genesis's intent to compete directly with established premium brands such as Lexus, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz in the Indonesian automotive market, though no official launch date has yet been announced.
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