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Indonesian wiretapping scandal exposes widening Prabowo-Jokowi rift

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Lawmakers in Indonesia are contemplating a parliamentary inquiry regarding Jokowi’s son Gibran’s eligibility to run as vice-president amid a wiretapping scandal. Police chief Suyudi Ario Seto stated during a press conference that recent arrests were purely for law enforcement purposes and not related to political rivalries, though he did not provide further details. The article highlights the growing tension between Prabowo and Jokowi, suggesting that the scandal is exacerbating their rivalry.

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As of November 5, 2026, Indonesian authorities have deployed over 20,000 troops and personnel to Jakarta amid an alleged wiretapping scandal targeting President Prabowo Subianto and other prominent figures. The investigation has led to the detention of three senior police generals, identified as LSP (suspected to be former police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo), ASN, and EH, for tapping phones illegally between 2025 and 2026. Tensions in Jakarta remain high with thousands of police and military securing a trial involving former President Joko Widodo. The presidential palace has suggested the wiretapping could be considered an act "leading towards treason."

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