Jokowi's Diploma Case: Defendant Roy Suryo Claims 'Fake' Evidence Due to Discrepancies
In the ongoing lawsuit concerning President Joko Widodo's academic credentials, defendant Roy Suryo claims the diploma presented in court differs significantly from a previously shown document, suggesting it might be fake. Leveraging his background as a photographer, Suryo questions the authenticity based on minute details.
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