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Violence Follows Pro-Independence Protests In Indonesia's Papua Region

A local market is seen burning during a protest in Fakfak, West Papua, Indonesia, on Aug. 21. Violent protests this month were sparked by accusations that security forces had arrested Papuan students in East Java. Beawiharta/AP hide caption

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Violence Follows Pro-Independence Protests In Indonesia's Papua Region

August 28, 2019 • Tensions between pro-independence supporters and government authorities in Indonesia's Papua and West Papua provinces have continued into a second week. The government has shut down Internet access.

Violence Follows Pro-Independence Protests In Indonesia's Papua Region

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6 Die In Jakarta Riots After President Joko Widodo's Election Win Is Confirmed

Protesters clash with Indonesian riot police after the official government election results were announced in Jakarta, Indonesia. Officials say six people have died and more than 200 were injured during mass rallies in central Jakarta. Ulet Ifansasti/Getty Images hide caption

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6 Die In Jakarta Riots After President Joko Widodo's Election Win Is Confirmed

May 22, 2019 • Saying he will not tolerate rioting, Widodo adds, "The military and the police will carry out stern actions in accordance with the law."

Jakarta Gov. Widodo Wins Indonesian Presidency, Tally Shows

Indonesian presidential candidate Joko Widodo talks to the media during his visit at a reservoir development project in Jakarta on Tuesday. Dita Alangkara/AP hide caption

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Jakarta Gov. Widodo Wins Indonesian Presidency, Tally Shows

July 22, 2014 • The former furniture maker who entered national politics only two years ago won 53 percent of the vote. His rival, former Gen. Subianto, called the election unfair and undemocratic.

Rivals Claim Victory In Indonesian Presidential Election

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Rivals Claim Victory In Indonesian Presidential Election

July 9, 2014 • Jakarta Gov. Joko Widodo based his claim on early results, which have been accurate in the past. But his rival, Suharto-era Gen. Prabowo Subianto, is refusing to concede.