1. Death Ignites National Outrage The political unrest sweeping Indonesia was triggered by the fatal police incident that claimed the life of a young motorbike driver, Affan Kurniawan, during a protest. Videos of the incident went viral, catalyzing outrage and prompting widespread demonstrations.(The Economist, AP News)
2. Oligarchic Frustration Meets State Discontent The protests were more than a reaction to a single tragedy—they reflect
