News for Indonesia US official: Indonesia could get billions if it establishes relations with IsraelHead of US government agency says Indonesia could get additional US financing if it joins Trump's initiative to establish ties with Israel. Abbas working to thwart normalizationPA chairman praises Indonesian President for his refusal to normalize ties with Israel before peace with Palestinian Arabs. Watch: Massive volcano eruption in IndonesiaIndonesia's Lewotolo volcano erupts spewing ash into sky. Thousands evacuated from homes.Indonesia affirms support for 'Palestine'Indonesian Foreign Minister speaks to PA counterpart, assures him of her country’s firm position in support of the PA. Inmate escapes by digging tunnel out of prisonDrug dealer on death row in Indonesia digs 30-meter tunnel to escape through sewer system. Eight defamatory programs on Israel by Dutch Public TVThis distorted TV series is an expression of a much more profound problem about the Netherlands. The country benefits internationally from a far too positive image, partly because few people know its language. We are in a war of symbolismTo Islamists the more important the symbolic nature of a Christian, Buddhist, Jewish or Hindu building or site of Western power, the more important it is to destroy it. That includes the Temple Mount, ancient Afghan Buddhas, the Twin Towers and more. Suspected suicide bombing in IndonesiaSeveral police officers wounded in explosion outside police headquarters in city of Medan. Muslim delegation from Indonesia visits Israel Diamond ExchangeIndonesian Chamber of Commerce tours and meets senior officials of Israeli Diamond Exchange in Ramat Gan.Jews live in the shadows in Muslim-majority IndonesiaYaakov Baruch, rabbi at Indonesia's only synagogue says he hides his Jewish identity in public, there's 'no denying' tolerance is fading. Indonesia, Australia sign long-awaited trade dealTrade agreement to aid cattle, sheep farmers as well as universities and health care providers. Australia targets March signing of stalled Indonesia trade dealIndonesia, Australia, to sign multi-billion-dollar trade deal after nearly a decade of negotiations. Thousands displaced by Indonesia bombing, suspected chem weaponsHumanitarian crisis in West Papua as thousands displaced escaping bombing and suspected chemical weapons use by Indonesian military. Jewish groups offer assistance after Indonesian tsunamiTsunami in Indonesia has left more than 400 dead and thousands homeless. Number of dead in Indonesia tsunami climbs to 429Death toll in Indonesian tsunami nearly doubles, with number of injured topping 1,500.Death toll rises to 222 after tsunami devastates IndonesiaIndonesian authorities report at least 222 dead, 'many more missing' after volcano erupts, causing massive tsunami waves. 62 dead as tsunami hits IndonesiaAt least 62 dead, 20 missing after tsunami hits the coast around Indonesia's Sunda Strait following eruption of Krakatoa volcano. Malaysia and Indonesia sink Australia’s Embassy move to JerusalemVeiled threats of terrorist attacks and the cancelling of trade agreements are making Australia step back from moving its Embassy to Jerusalem. Lion Air jet wreckage possibly foundRescue teams work to recover remains of victims from plane crash in Indonesia. Cause of Indonesian plane crash still a mysteryNew Lion Air Boeing 737-800 crashes into sea shortly after takeoff in Jakarta; all 189 aboard feared dead. Indonesian airplane crashes into seaLion Air passenger jet with 188 people on board crashes into the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta.Indonesia: 2,045 killed, 5,000 missingIndonesia ends search for disaster survivors, focuses efforts on helping those who have already been located.Indonesia: Death toll from earthquake, tsunami climbs to 1,234Number of dead from earthquake and tsunami on Friday continues to rise, and more quakes continue to hit the region. 408 killed in Indonesia tsunamiThousands of buildings collapse following earthquake in Indonesia, followed by six-meter tsunami that washed away bodies and sea vessels. Indonesia: Gay 'couple' flogged over 80 timesGay men, 13 others, receive public floggings while crowd chants 'hit them harder.' Search progresses for dozens missing in Indonesia ferry sinkingNumber of missing persons much higher than authorities initially thought. Ferry had no passenger list. Netanyahu meets leader of 60 million MuslimsAt AJC Global Forum 2018 in Israel, Yahya Cholil Staquf, who, as General Secretary of the Nahdlatul Ulama Supreme Council and 'Hamas is trying to murder us, you hypocrites'MK Yoel Razvozov attacks Qatar and Indonesia parliament heads: 'Hamas trying to murder citizens of Israel - and you defend it.' Indonesia's once multiple ties with IsraelC. Holland Taylor, retired American businessman who has lived in Indonesia since 1999, talks about Indonesia's former president, Gus Dur, a friend of Israel. Tens of thousands rally against Israel in Indonesia80,000 protesters call to recognize eastern Jerusalem as capital of 'Palestine,' declare Trump decision 'legally null and void.' Watch: Timelapse footage of Bali volcano eruptingClouds of thick smoke well from Mount Agung, Indonesia's tallest volcano. Indonesia issues 'red alert' volcano warningIndonesian authorities evacuate area around Mount Agung, warn eruption may occur 'at any time.' 'Selfies with Hitler' at Indonesian museumAt Indonesian museum, visitors take selfies with Hitler figure and Auschwitz backdrop. Watch: What happens when the President gets stuck in traffic?Indonesian president marches 2 kilometers along the road in the heat of the sun to bypass traffic and get to army ceremony on time. The last Jews of Indonesia speak outOnly 200 Jews remain in the Indonesian capital called Jakarta.In Muslim Indonesia, tiny Jewish community lives onThe modest synagogue on Sulawesi island is the only synagogue in the nation of 255 million people.Indonesian 'Nazi café' closes down, citing lack of interestControversial Nazi-themed café in the city of Bandung closes over lack of customers, but plans to open elsewhere. Trump's Indonesia partner considers runnning for presidentTrump's Indonesian business partner considers running for president if 'no one else can fix the country's problems.'Fire on Indonesia tourist boat leaves 23 dead, dozens injuredEmergency teams rescue 200, bring 32 to hospitals after fire breaks out on Indonesia tourist boat. Death toll in Indonesian earthquake rises to 54Earthquake measuring 6.4 on the Richter scale hits Indonesian island of Sumatra. Indonesia rejects Netanyahu's call for relationsIndonesian officials say the country stands firm in its support for a Palestinian state and will not have bilateral relations with Israel. Indonesia arrests 14 would-be jihadistsAuthorities stop more than a dozen people, including children, intending to join jihadist groups in Syria. Report: Israel blocks Indonesian FM's visit to PAIndonesian FM prevented from visiting Ramallah, after president calls on Muslim states to unite to fight Israel. Muslim body calls for economic war on IsraelOIC summit vows 'settlement' boycott and full support for PA; in attendance was Abbas and Sudanese war criminal Omar al-Bashir. Indonesia: Muslims must unite to back PalestiniansPresident Joko Widodo tells Organization of Islamic Cooperation that organization is useless unless it fights Israel. Indonesian capital rocked by combined attacksAt least 14 terrorists carry out six bombing attacks, engage in firefights with police across the city. Source claims ISIS responsible. Why BDS can't winEurope cannot do without Israel. China has much respect for the Jewish state. And there is more. Australia warns: ISIS is eyeing IndonesiaAustralian Attorney-General warns ISIS is working to boost its presence in Indonesia, which would make it easier to attack Western targets. Jakarta hopes jaded jihadists can jinx ISISMeatball seller and others become disillusioned with ISIS's promises of riches - can they discourage Indonesia's growing terror problem? Flight Disappears Over Papua; 54 People on BoardSmall domestic aircraft vanishes during short-haul flight after losing contact with air traffic control. Indonesia Grants Israeli Badminton Player VisaWorld Jewish Congress welcomes news that Misha Zilberman, who represented Israel in the 2012 Olympics, will be allowed to play.Indonesia Holds Up Visa for Israeli PlayerIsraeli badminton player Misha Zilberman may miss championships in Indonesia after authorities fail to grant him a visa. Massive Volcano Strands Tourists in IndonesiaFive airports close in Indonesia during peak tourist season, leaving thousands of vacationers unable to leave. Over 100 Feared Dead in Indonesia Army Plane CrashHercules military plane crashes in provincial capital, with officials saying all 113 on board died likely in addition to others on ground. ISIS Chemical Weapon Attack - in Indonesia?Indonesian police say gas attack in Jakarta last month was the work of jihadists returning home from Syria. Indonesians Flock to ISIS for 'Better Sharia Life'16 Indonesians, mostly women and children, arrested in Turkey on way to ISIS, after 16 others did the same - what is driving them?How Can Indonesia Stop Giving ISIS Terrorists?Indonesia is becoming a key source of ISIS fighters; a local think-tank says the state has been weak in fighting the phenomenon. |
