Suicide Bombing Near Indonesian Cathedral... Two Terrorists Dead

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Eun-byeol] On the 28th (local time), a suicide bombing occurred near the Catholic Cathedral in Makassar, Sulawesi Island, Indonesia, resulting in the death of the terrorist and multiple injuries.

According to local media and foreign reports, an explosive device detonated near the cathedral in Makassar that morning. Indonesian authorities reported that two assailants detonated bombs outside the cathedral, causing 14 injuries.

The two assailants who detonated the bombs are reported to have died. In addition, four security personnel and more than five civilians appear to have been injured.

Argo Yuwono, spokesperson for the police headquarters, stated, "Authorities are investigating which extremist network the perpetrators belong to and whether this attack is related to the recent arrests of armed group members." No group has yet claimed responsibility.

Regarding the attack, Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) strongly condemned it. In a video message, President Jokowi described the attack as an "act of terrorism" and said, "I have instructed the police chief to thoroughly investigate the related organizations." Indonesia, with a population of 270 million, has the largest Muslim population at 87%, while Christians make up about 9.9%.

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