Fact Check: Did Masses Gather at Jakarta's Monas for the August 27 Protest?
The video shows the situation at the People's Party for Indonesia's 81st Independence Day on August 17, 2026, at Monas, Jakarta.
A video posted on August 26, 2026, purportedly showed a gathering of thousands at the National Monument (Monas) in Jakarta ahead of a protest at the Parliament (DPR) building on August 27, 2026. However, a fact check investigation by Tempo's team revealed the reality behind the video.
Reverse image search and cross-referencing with credible media sources confirmed that the people in the video were actually attending the 81st Indonesian Independence Day Celebration at Monas on August 17, 2026. The same video had been posted on Facebook and TikTok around the same time, showing the festive atmosphere in the evening.
The protest on August 27, 2026, was organized by the United Pati Society Alliance (AMPA) and focused on two demands: passing the Asset Forfeiture Bill and imposing stricter penalties for corrupt officials. Approximately 18,504 security personnel were deployed to ensure the safety of the protesters. However, the crowd disassembled after representatives of the alliance negotiated with legislative leaders around 12:30 p.m. and returned to Pati.
In conclusion, the claim that masses gathered at Monas to prepare for a protest on August 27 is inaccurate. The video merely captured the Independence Day celebration, and the protest occurred on a different day with different demands.
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