Military Officers Jailed for Acid Attack on Activist

An Indonesian military court sentenced four military officers to prison for up to three years for an acid attack on activist Andrie Yunus, a critic of military's expanding role. The attack was reportedly uncommanded, sparked by perceived slights from Andrie's activism. Advocacy groups criticize the verdict as insufficient.

An Indonesian military court has sentenced four military officers to prison terms for their roles in an acid attack on a human rights activist. The attacker, Andrie Yunus, is known for campaigning against the military's increasing involvement in civilian matters, a stance that reportedly provoked the attack.

The defendants received sentences ranging from one and a half to three years. Two of the officers were also dishonorably discharged. The attack, deemed a severe premeditated assault, involved significant planning, with one officer carrying out the attack and rallying others to join.

Amnesty International and victim support groups criticized the court's decision as inadequate for justice, arguing it overlooked potential higher-level involvement. The attack, which seriously injured Yunus, was purportedly driven by resentment towards his activism and calls for policy changes.