Published on, Sept. 3 -- September 3, 2025 5:03 PM

At least 10 people were killed during violent protests in Indonesia last week, a human rights group reported on Wednesday, raising concerns over excessive use of force by authorities. The unrest, which shook Southeast Asia's largest economy, initially erupted over economic inequality and lawmakers' lavish perks, but escalated after a viral video showed a paramilitary unit killing a young driver. The footage fueled nationwide anger against the police, sparking mass demonstrations across major cities.

The National Commission on Human Rights confirmed receiving reports of 10 deaths, noting that some victims may have been targeted by excessive force from security forces. The group's head, A...