Indonesia jails four military officers for acid attack on rights activist

Indonesia jailed four military officers on June 13, 2024, for their roles in an acid attack on human rights activist Choirul Anam. The officers received sentences ranging from 10 months to 1 year and 4 months in prison. Prosecutors stated that the soldiers were motivated by anger stemming from Anam's activism, which had previously led to the prosecution of a military commander. The attack occurred in March 2023, and Anam sustained severe injuries, including burns to his face and body. The court found the four individuals guilty of assault and conspiracy. This verdict marks a significant moment in Indonesia's ongoing efforts to hold military personnel accountable for human rights abuses. The Indonesian Military (TNI) has pledged cooperation with civilian law enforcement in such cases, though past incidents have seen limited accountability.