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Following deadly protests in Jakarta sparked by anger over parliamentary privileges and police brutality, soldiers marched through the streets to maintain order. The unrest, largely driven by students and motorcycle taxi drivers, intensified after the killing of Affan Kurniawan, leading to nationwide demonstrations. At least six people were killed, and 20 remain missing amid clashes involving tear gas, Molotov cocktails, and police force. The government announced some concessions, but protests continued across multiple cities including Gorontalo, Bandung, Palembang, and Makassar. The United Nations called for investigations into alleged disproportionate use of force by security forces. President Prabowo Subianto urged an end to protests by sundown, while military and police presence remained strong to prevent further violence. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 16:31 IST; source: link)