Presidential Tapping Case: Inspector General Slamet Uliandi Placed Under House Arrest
Inspector General Slamet Uliandi has been placed under house arrest in connection with the presidential tapping case in Indonesia. This move signals progress in uncovering the full extent of the incident and holding those responsible accountable.
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