Surabaya, Jan. 25 -- Indonesia-both its people and authorities-has evidently grown ever more resilient against terrorism and radical beliefs.

The country has redefined and reinforced a strong commitment to national unity, so much so that the National Police (Polri) declared the country free from terror attacks throughout 2023 and 2025, citing "protective law enforcement."

Still, there is no reason for the nation to be complacent, especially amid the ever-shifting tactics employed by terrorist and radical groups alike. This view is, to some extent, supported by the fact that the public was left both shocked and mystified by two blasts carried out by a minor at a high school in North Jakarta in November 2025, which injured 96 people.

The...