Demonstrations
Building on prior explanations of the legal history behind insult clauses, Indonesia's Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai and Deputy Justice Minister Edward Omar Sharif Hiariej further addressed concerns over Article 218 (insulting the president) and introduced Article 256 (demonstration notifications) in the new Criminal Code, effective January 2, 2026. Pigai compared it to unused provisions in Germany, while Hiariej cited a fatal traffic incident in West Sumatra.
Imeripotiwa na AI
Light manifestations were held across Sweden on Sunday evening to honor recently murdered women. In Malmö and Stockholm, hundreds gathered to light candles and observe a minute of silence following brutal attacks over the Christmas holiday. Organizers call for support against men's violence towards women.