Jakarta, Aug. 31 -- Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin stated that President Prabowo Subianto is currently in the country and continues to monitor the national situation, particularly in Jakarta.

"The President is in the country and continues to monitor developments across the nation, especially in the capital, Jakarta," Sjamsoeddin said at the Presidential Palace here on Sunday.

He added that the President has instructed the Indonesian National Police (Polri) and the Armed Forces (TNI) to remain united, work together, and maintain public security.

The President also instructed Police Chief Listyo S Prabowo and TNI Commander Agus Subiyanto to take firm and measured action against violations of the law.

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