Indonesia Police Continue Investigation into Illegal Wiretapping Targeting President, Seeking Full Scope of Organized Involvement
Indonesian police have arrested three individuals, including a serving police officer, in connection with an illegal wiretapping case targeting President Prabowo, government officials, and journalists. The investigation is now focused on uncovering organized involvement and identifying the masterminds behind the operation.
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