Unveiled Injustice: Rights Violations in Indonesia's Protest Crackdown

In a deeply unsettling revelation, Indonesian human rights organizations have unveiled shocking abuses committed by security forces during last year's anti-government protests, exposing a disturbing pattern of systemic violations.

Investigations document reprehensible acts, including sexual abuse of minors, arbitrary arrests, and brutal interrogation techniques involving electric shocks and chilli paste application, marking one of Indonesia's most violent eras in two decades.

Despite these grave findings, accountability remains elusive. Calls for police reform intensify, urging stronger oversight and thorough investigations to address the alleged misconduct identified in the comprehensive report.

(With inputs from agencies.)