January 2004
Trial of Second Suspect in Jakarta Marriott Hotel Bombing Begins
The trial of Muhammad Rais, accused of aiding the 2003 Marriott Hotel bombing in Jakarta, has commenced. The bombing resulted in the deaths of 12…
Bird Flu Outbreak Spreads to Seventh Asian Country
Bird flu has spread to a seventh Asian country, with Indonesia reporting millions of chickens killed. The outbreak has already resulted in fatalities in Vietnam…
Indonesian Police Investigate Bomb Blast in Turbulent Sulawesi Island - 2004-01-11
A bomb explosion in a café in Palopo, Sulawesi, Indonesia, killed at least 4 people. The police are investigating the incident and have questioned witnesses…
Explosion in a Crowded Cafe in Indonesia - 2004-01-10
An explosion in a crowded cafe in Palopo, Indonesia, resulted in at least two deaths and three injuries. The incident is part of a troubling…
Indonesian Separatists Take 277 Hostages in Aceh Province - 2004-01-10
Indonesian separatists have taken 277 hostages in Aceh, including a television cameraman. The Indonesian government is calling for their unconditional release, highlighting the presence of…
Ten Killed in Bomb Blast in War-Torn Aceh
A bomb explosion in Aceh, Indonesia, killed ten people and injured 45 during a New Year's Eve music event. The Indonesian army blamed the Free…