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Indonesians, Timorese divided over Suharto's national hero title

Published on 10 Nov 2025 11:08:59 PM

Indonesia has awarded the title of national hero to late President Suharto, who was forced out of office in 1998 by violent protests that ended a three-decade rule marred by accusations of mass human rights violations, corruption and nepotism.

The government's move to honour Suharto has sparked controversy and protests in Jakarta.

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Indonesia has awarded the title of national hero to late President Suharto, who was forced out of office in 1998 by violent protests that ended a three-decade rule marred by accusations of mass human rights violations, corruption and nepotism.

The government's move to honour Suharto has sparked controversy and protests in Jakarta.

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