Indonesian military court jails four officers involved in acid attack on rights activist Andrie Yunus

An Indonesian military court has sentenced four officers to prison for their roles in an acid attack against activist Andrie Yunus. Two of the officers were also dishonorably discharged from service.
Why it matters
The sentencing serves as a rare instance of accountability for military personnel accused of targeting human rights defenders.
An Indonesian military court on Wednesday (June 10, 2026) sentenced four military officers to jail terms of up to three years for their involvement in an acid attack on an activist known for campaigning against the growing role of the military.
Objective reporting on a legal verdict involving military personnel.
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