Indonesia arrests 12 over suspected terrorism links in six provinces
Investigators found links despite activities spanning different regions, with indications of indoctrination and network consolidation.
Indonesia has apprehended twelve individuals allegedly connected to terrorist networks, spanning six provinces across the country. The suspects, aged between 22 and 52, were apprehended in West Java, Central Java, Central Sulawesi, South Sulawesi, Riau, and North Maluku. The National Police's counter-terrorism unit, Special Detachment 88, conducted operations since October 2nd.
Preliminary investigations revealed potential links among the suspects, despite their activities occurring in various regions. The arrests were part of early detection and prevention efforts aimed at disrupting activities such as network consolidation, propaganda dissemination, recruitment, and training that could potentially lead to violent acts.
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