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Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 11:47 WIB
Suspect in Brebes Suitcase Murder Allegedly Angered by Debt Collection
Police in Brebes, Central Java, have arrested a 45-year-old man suspected of murdering a 70-year-old victim whose body was found concealed in a suitcase. The suspect allegedly killed the victim with a stone after becoming enraged when confronted over an unpaid debt, and faces up to 20 years' imprisonment under the new Criminal Code.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 11:15 WIB
Government Announces Ramadan Begins 19 February, MUI Urges Respect for Differences
The Indonesian government has declared 1 Ramadan 1447 Hijriah falls on 19 February, following an isbat session that found the crescent moon was not visible during observation. The decision differs from Muhammadiyah's determination of 18 February, prompting the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) chairman to call for mutual respect among Muslims, framing the divergence as a natural consequence of Indonesia's diverse religious landscape and democratic character.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 11:11 WIB
Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Strikes South-West of Pangandaran
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 94 kilometres south-west of Pangandaran, West Java, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The tremor was felt across several regencies including Pangandaran, Tasikmalaya, Garut, Ciamis and Bandung, though no structural damage was reported.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 11:07 WIB
Hamas Urges Board of Peace to Press Israel to Halt Violations in Gaza
Hamas has called on the newly established Board of Peace, created by US President Donald Trump, to pressure Israel into ending ceasefire violations in Gaza, stating that genocide in the territory continues. The board's inaugural meeting is set for this weekend in Washington DC, with at least 19 countries having signed its founding charter since its launch at the World Economic Forum in Davos, though its expanding remit beyond Gaza has raised concerns about creating a rival to the United Nations.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 11:04 WIB
In Washington DC, Prabowo Takes Time to Greet Indonesian Students
President Prabowo Subianto greeted Indonesian diaspora members and students upon his arrival in Washington DC for a three-day visit encompassing meetings with US business leaders, the inaugural Gaza Board of Peace summit, and a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump. The visit is expected to culminate in the signing of a reciprocal trade agreement between Indonesia and the United States, negotiations for which have been ongoing since 2025.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 11:00 WIB
Childhood Cancer Cases Surge, Yet the Key Lies in Proper Nutrition
Indonesia's Pediatric Cancer Registry recorded 3,834 new childhood cancer cases during 2021–2022, underscoring the growing health challenge. A senior medical executive at PT Kalbe Farma highlighted that genetic mutations, pollutants, and abnormal cell growth are the primary causes of childhood cancer, whilst proper nutrition serves as a foundational therapy for treatment success and recovery.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 10:43 WIB
Ministry of Youth strengthens Indonesian youth diplomacy at SSEAYP 2026 in Bangkok
Indonesia's Ministry of Youth and Sports reaffirmed its commitment to international youth diplomacy at the Conference of Government Representatives during the SSEAYP 2026 programme in Bangkok, Thailand. The Indonesian delegation showcased its "Merakit" initiative focused on social innovation and SDGs, whilst participating nations began preparations for the landmark 50th anniversary of SSEAYP in 2027.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 10:38 WIB
Transport Minister Prepares 5 Java-Sumatra Ferry Routes for Lebaran 2026, Urges Operators to Ensure Readiness
Indonesia's Ministry of Transport has prepared five sea crossing routes between Java and Sumatra to manage the expected surge in travel during the Lebaran 2026 holiday period. Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi outlined extensive transport capacity across sea, land, air, and rail, including 829 ships, over 31,000 buses, 392 aircraft, and 3,821 railway units, whilst urging operators to ensure service readiness based on lessons from previous peak travel periods.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 10:00 WIB
Why NU Continues to Use Hilal Sighting to Determine the Start of Ramadan
Nahdlatul Ulama has reaffirmed its commitment to the rukyatul hilal (direct moon sighting) method for determining the start of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah, rejecting the Single Global Hijri Calendar (KHGT) which bases its calculations on hilal data from Alaska. NU's falakiyah (Islamic astronomy) expert Ahmad Izzuddin argued that religious obligations are bound by local geography and time, making distant astronomical observations irrelevant for Indonesian worship practices.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 10:00 WIB
Customs and Police Raid Methamphetamine Laboratory in North Jakarta, 13 Kg of Narcotics Seized
Indonesian Customs (Bea Cukai) and the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency dismantled a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in North Jakarta, seizing more than 13 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine. The operation, which spanned three days in mid-February 2026, began after suspicious parcels from Iran were intercepted at a post office, leading to the arrest of two Iranian nationals and the discovery of a drug production facility in a densely populated residential area.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 09:48 WIB
Magnitude 5 Earthquake Strikes South Bolaang Mongondow, North Sulawesi
A magnitude 5 earthquake struck South Bolaang Mongondow regency in North Sulawesi province early on Wednesday morning, with its epicentre located 96 kilometres southeast of Bolaanguki at a depth of 13 kilometres. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) noted that initial data processing remained preliminary and subject to revision as further information became available.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 09:37 WIB
Prabowo Arrives in Washington DC to Attend Inaugural Board of Peace Meeting
President Prabowo Subianto has arrived in Washington DC for a three-day visit that includes the inaugural Board of Peace summit on Gaza, a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump to sign a reciprocal trade agreement, and talks with American business leaders. Indonesia formally joined the Board of Peace after Prabowo signed its founding charter in Davos in January 2026, alongside more than 20 other nations.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 09:34 WIB
Free Nutritious Meals Programme in Lebak to Continue During Ramadan
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) in Lebak regency, Banten, has confirmed that the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme will continue throughout Ramadan 1447 Hijriah, with adapted menus featuring dry foods such as bread, shredded meat, nuts, and fruit that can be kept until the breaking of fast. The programme in Lebak currently serves 255,000 beneficiaries through 102 nutrition service units (SPPG), employing over 5,300 workers, and has been credited with boosting local economic growth and jo
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 09:33 WIB
Crescent Moon in Central Sulawesi Fails to Meet MABIMS Criteria
Hilal (crescent moon) observation in Donggala, Central Sulawesi on 17 February 2026 recorded the moon at minus one degree below the horizon, failing to meet the MABIMS minimum threshold of three degrees required for Ramadan determination. The Ministry of Religious Affairs subsequently held an Isbat session and determined that 1 Ramadan 1447 Hijriah would fall on Thursday, 19 February 2026, after astronomical calculations projected the hilal would reach seven degrees on the following day.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 09:31 WIB
Papua Ministry of Religious Affairs Urges Public to Maintain Tolerance Amid Differences Over Start of Ramadan
The Papua regional office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs has called on the public to maintain tolerance despite differences in determining the start of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah. The appeal highlights the ongoing challenge of managing religious harmony in Indonesia's diverse society, where varying methods of moon sighting can lead to different dates for the beginning of the fasting month.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 08:32 WIB
Palestinian Child Killed After Stepping on Landmine in West Bank
A 13-year-old Palestinian boy died after stepping on a landmine near an Israeli military camp in the occupied West Bank's Jordan Valley. The incident highlights the persistent danger of unexploded ordnance in the region, where Israel has occupied the territory since 1967 and much of the border area with Jordan remains mined despite recent demining efforts linked to new barrier construction.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 08:29 WIB
Crescent Moon Not Visible in Central Sulawesi
The Central Sulawesi office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs reported that the hilal (crescent moon) observed during monitoring in Donggala Regency remained below the horizon at minus one degree. The sighting failed to meet the criteria established by the religious affairs ministers of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore (MABIMS), which governs the determination of Islamic calendar dates across the region.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 08:07 WIB
Prabowo Arrives in Washington DC for Three Engagements, Including Board of Peace Summit
President Prabowo Subianto arrived in Washington DC on Tuesday for a three-day visit encompassing meetings with American business leaders, the inaugural Board of Peace summit on Gaza, and a bilateral meeting with President Trump to sign a reciprocal trade agreement. Indonesia joined the Board of Peace after Prabowo signed its founding charter in Davos in January 2026, alongside over 20 other nations including the United States, Hungary, and several Middle Eastern states.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 08:00 WIB
Police Arrest 8 Illegal Parking Attendants in Tanah Abang for Charging Up to Rp100,000
Police in Central Jakarta have arrested eight suspected illegal parking attendants in the Tanah Abang area who were allegedly extorting motorists with fees of up to Rp100,000. The arrests, which went viral on social media, were carried out in response to public complaints, with authorities now determining whether to pursue criminal charges or issue warnings.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 07:43 WIB
Chinese National in Palu Beaten by Mob After Hitting Parked Motorcycle, Belongings Robbed
A Chinese national named Guo Zhenrong was assaulted and robbed by a mob in Palu, Central Sulawesi, after his vehicle struck a parked motorcycle. The incident raises concerns about public safety and vigilante violence against foreign nationals in the region, with police evacuating the victim for medical treatment whilst the perpetrators remain unidentified.
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