Indonesia to Block Children Under 16 From Social Media
The ban is to take effect March 28, according to a government minister, but details about how it would be carried out were scarce.
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‘Imperialist undertones’: global south condemns US-Israeli war with Iran
China calls it unacceptable to ‘kill leader of sovereign state’, while South Africa questions ‘pre-emptive’ justificationMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe US-Israeli war on Iran has been condemned as illegal across much of the global south, with Chi…
Indian Truck Titans Triumph In Indonesia Amid Local Backlash – A $1.5B Deal’s Road To Localisation
India’s Tata Motors and Mahindra Defence Systems have secured a landmark $1.5 billion defence contract from Indonesia, marking a significant breakthrough for Indian automotive exports in Southeast Asia, reported Financial Express.The deal encompasses the supply of 35,000 TATA Ultra T.7 trucks, 35,000 TATA Yodha vehicles, and 35,000 single-cab Mahindra Scorpio Pik-Up units, primarily for military
US man deported from Bali after 11 years in prison for ‘suitcase murder’ of then girlfriend’s mother
Tommy Schaefer released early from 18-year sentence for 2014 murder of Sheila von Wiese-Mack during luxury holidayIndonesia has freed and deported a US man after he spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then girlfriend’s mother on…
Trump officials plan to build 5,000-person military base in Gaza, files show
Exclusive: approximately 350-acre compound planned as base for multinational force, according to records reviewed by the GuardianThe Trump administration is planning to build a 5,000-person military base in Gaza, sprawling more than 350 acres, accordin…
Indonesian, UAE, And Bangladeshi Warships Bolster International Fleet For India’s IFR And MILAN 2026
India’s Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam has extended a warm welcome to naval vessels from Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Bangladesh as preparations intensify for the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 and Exercise MILAN.The Indonesian Navy frigate KRI Bung Tomo-357 arrived on Monday, marking a significant step in fostering shared regional maritime interests.This was
India, Japan, Indonesia Conduct Trilateral Naval Exercise In Andaman Sea
India, Japan, and Indonesia have conducted a significant trilateral naval exercise in the Andaman Sea, underscoring their commitment to regional maritime security. The exercise took place on Friday, 13 February 2026, in the strategically vital waters near Port Blair. Ships from the navies of the three nations participated, focusing on enhancing joint operational readiness and
Indonesia prepares to send up to 8,000 troops to Gaza as part of Trump plan
Head of army says potential ‘peacemakers’ being trained, in what would be first outside force in Gaza since 1967Indonesia has said it is preparing to send up to 8,000 troops to Gaza to be part of a peacekeeping force under Donald Trump’s Middle East pl…
Cornering The Aggressor: Vietnam Eyes Rafale Fighters To Counter China, Following India’s Lead And Indonesia’s Purchase
Vietnam, a key neighbour of China, is reportedly considering the acquisition of French Rafale fighter jets for its air force, amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea.French media outlet L’Express has claimed that Hanoi is evaluating these advanced aircraft as a response to Beijing’s growing military assertiveness. This move signals a potential shift for Vietnam, which has long relied on
Pak Propaganda VAPOURISES: Indonesia Picks Leonardo’s M-346F Over Pakistan’s JF-17 For Hawk Replacement
Indonesia has signed a Letter of Intent with Italy’s Leonardo for the procurement of M-346F Block 20 aircraft, side-lining Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder from its fleet modernisation program.This decision marks a pivotal shift for the Tentara Nasional Indonesia Angkatan Udara (TNI-AU), Indonesia’s air force, as it seeks to replace its ageing fleet of BAE Systems Hawk jets.The M-346F, a dual-role light