Pigai Calls Presidential Tapper a Traitor
Prominent Indonesian human rights activist Natalius Pigai has strongly condemned individuals involved in tapping the president, labeling them "traitors to the nation." This statement suggests a potential escalation of political tensions within Indonesia.
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