Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto dismissed his chief of staff, Listyo Sigit Prabowo, a day after police arrested him over allegations of illegally wiretapping the phones of top officials, including the president and cabinet ministers. The government said the conduct may amount to "treason," and two other senior police officers were also arrested. The motive remains undetermined, and the military deployed more than 20,000 soldiers in Jakarta, saying the move was routine.

Nov 4, 2026

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Indonesia's military deploys thousands of troops to boost Jakarta's security after generals' arrest

Indonesia's military is deploying more than 20,000 troops and personnel to Jakarta after the detention of three senior police generals suspected in an alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting the president. Officials announced the deployment Wednesday as authorities continue investigating the case.

Nov 4, 2026