Indonesian police have deployed tear gas as supporters of losing presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto protested in Jakarta on Wednesday. WARNING: May contain graphic images. Pro-Subianto demonstrators had taken to the streets of Indonesia's capital after the announcement of official election results. The clashes first erupted late on Tuesday and authorities said six … [Read more...]
Indonesia post-election riots: Police clash with protesters in night of chaos
Indonesian police fired tear gas in a bid to disperse groups of protesters in central Jakarta following President Joko Widodo's re-election, in 'peaceful rally' that turned deadly overnight. Police said the deadly riot that erupted in central Jakarta was a "set up" incident on Wednesday after at least six people died in the civil unrest that gripped parts of the Indonesian … [Read more...]