Jokowi Testifies in Fake Diploma Case; Crowds Gather Outside Court
Indonesian President Joko Widodo testified in court regarding a fake diploma case. Large crowds gathered outside the courthouse to witness the president's appearance, highlighting public interest in the proceedings. The case raises questions about the credibility of politicians' and public officials' backgrounds.
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