Indonesia's Military Deploys Thousands of Troops to Boost Jakarta's Security After Generals' Arrest
Authorities say 20,980 troops are being sent to the capital as investigators probe alleged illegal surveillance that led to the detention of three police generals.
- On Wednesday, Indonesia's military began deploying 20,980 troops to Jakarta as authorities investigate an alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto.
- Police announced late Tuesday the detention of three senior police generals—Listyo Sigit Prabowo, Ahrie Sonta Nasution, and Eko Hadi Santoso—for allegedly conducting unauthorized surveillance on government officials.
- The suspects face charges including unlawful interception of communications and deletion of electronic data, carrying up to 10 years in prison; authorities allege they sought to conceal evidence.
- Indonesian armed forces spokesperson Maj. Gen. Muhammad Nas stated the movement is "standard procedure for maintaining national security," though authorities have not confirmed a link to the wiretapping probe.
- An additional 13,140 personnel remain on standby while the investigation continues; the detained suspects have not responded publicly to the allegations involving the President and other leaders.
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Pramono Anung emphasized that security is the central government's responsibility.
Sydney Morning Herald
Indonesia’s military deploys thousands of troops to Jakarta after generals’ arrest
Authorities are investigating an alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting the country’s president which has led to the detention of three senior police generals.
Santa Maria Times
Independent EspañolYAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s armed forces mobilized more than 20,000 soldiers and troops in the capital, Jakarta, officials said Wednesday, while authorities investigate an alleged illegal wiretapping operation against the president of the...
Indonesia's military deploys thousands of troops to boost Jakarta
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s military is deploying more than 20,000 troops and personnel to the capital, Jakarta, officials said Wednesday, as authorities investigate an alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting the country’s president that has led to
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