Prabowo Orders Thorough Investigation into Forest Fires: Declares them 'Crimes Against Humanity'
Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto has ordered a thorough investigation into the escalating forest fires (Karhutla), declaring them 'crimes against humanity' and demanding strict action. This directive highlights the grave concern over the annual haze problem plaguing Indonesia.
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