Indonesian authorities arrested seven individuals for online terror threats against Pope Francis during his 2024 Asia-Pacific tour.

Indonesian authorities arrested seven individuals for making online terror threats against Pope Francis during his September 2024 visit. The suspects were detained in Jakarta and nearby provinces for allegedly posting threats of bomb attacks on the Pope's public events. The arrests were made by the elite counter-terrorism unit Densus 88 amid heightened security, including 4,000 personnel, to ensure the Pope's safety during his Asia-Pacific tour promoting religious unity.

September 06, 2024
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