Jakarta, July 1 -- National Police Chief, General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, affirmed that his side will continue to prioritize a persuasive approach to prevent acts of terrorism.

He stated that this approach is intended to uphold the principle of humane resolution, avoiding unnecessary casualties.

"The National Police emphasizes a soft approach through deradicalization programs for former terrorists and collaborates with religious and community leaders," Prabowo noted in his speech during the 79th National Police (Bhayangkara) Day celebration here on Tuesday.

He further highlighted that the Police's humane approach has yielded positive results. One significant achievement was the successful deradicalization of Jamaah Islamiyah followers so...