May 23, 2019

Indonesian president Joko Widodo has said the volatile situation in the capital, Jakarta, is under control following deadly riots by supporters of his rival in last month’s presidential election.

Police said six people died and dozens were injured in rioting that began on Tuesday evening following the release of official election results showing Widodo had won a second term.

Flanked by the head of the military and other top leaders, Widodo said, “I will work together with anyone to advance this country, but I will not tolerate anyone who disrupts the security, democratic processes and unity of our beloved nation.”

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https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/may/23/indonesia-pm-riot-deaths-jakarta-joko-widodo