Fact Check: Did Indonesians Really Cheer Pertamina Fuel Deliveries Amid Shortages?
Amidst ongoing fuel shortages in Indonesia, reports of citizens cheering Pertamina's fuel deliveries went viral on social media. However, the veracity of these claims remains unconfirmed. Tempo English investigates the context and facts surrounding this event.
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