Indonesian Wiretap Scandal Escalates

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Analysis

How it changed

1. 3 Nov

   Prabowo, who took office in 2024, has come under increasing pressure for his government’s handling of the economy and destructive wildfires in the Southeast Asian archipelago.

   2 outlets · South China Morning Post
2. 4 Nov

   “Troop deployments are a normal occurrence,” Nas said, adding that the military “must always be prepared to protect the entire nation and safeguard the integrity of the Republic of Indonesia”.

   4 outlets · Sydney Morning Herald
3. 5 Nov

   The presidential palace has said the wiretaps were being considered an “act of treason” that endangered state interests, but has not linked the deployment of troops to Jakarta to the case.

   3 outlets · Toronto Star

Coverage 12 articles

• 6 Nov What Indonesia's 'Watergate' moment says about two powerful menIndonesia's political landscape has been shaken by allegations that the former chief of police, who was also serving as President Prabowo Subianto’s chief of staff, tapped into the private calls of Indonesia’s most powerful figures. This accusation led to a military mobilization in Jakarta and raised concerns about potential treason, with some analysts suggesting these events reflect growing tension between current…ABC News (AU)
• 5 Nov Indonesian wiretapping scandal exposes widening Prabowo-Jokowi riftLawmakers in Indonesia are contemplating a parliamentary inquiry regarding Jokowi’s son Gibran’s eligibility to run as vice-president amid a wiretapping scandal. Police chief Suyudi Ario Seto stated during a press conference that recent arrests were purely for law enforcement purposes and not related to political rivalries, though he did not provide further details. The article highlights the growing tension between…South China Morning Post
• 5 Nov Indonesia rushes thousands of troops to Jakarta amid wiretap scandalIndonesia has deployed thousands of troops to Jakarta due to a wiretapping scandal that allegedly involves President Prabowo Subianto, several ministers, and other high-ranking officials. The scandal includes Gen Listyo Sigit Prabowo, the recently appointed presidential chief of staff, who was named among those implicated.Al Jazeera
• 5 Nov Thousands of troops secure Indonesia trial as tensions run high over wiretap scandalOn November 5, 2026, Indonesian authorities deployed thousands of security personnel to protect former President Joko Widodo during his testimony at a defamation trial related to wiretapping allegations. The case involves senior military and police officials, including detained generals Gen. Listyo Sigit Prabowo and others, accused of intercepting the current president's phone calls without authorization between…The Hindu
• 5 Nov Thousands of troops secure Indonesia trial as tensions run high over wiretap scandalIndonesian authorities have mobilized thousands of troops and police to ensure security during former President Joko Widodo's trial, which involves accusations of defaming his successor over a fake university diploma but is overshadowed by tensions related to an ongoing wiretap scandal. The scandal has led to the detention of three senior generals, including Gen. Listyo Sigit Prabowo, who was recently named chief of…Toronto Star
• 4 Nov Indonesia deploys troops to Jakarta after wiretapping allegationsIndonesia has deployed over 20,000 troops and personnel to Jakarta following an investigation into alleged wiretapping targeting President Prabowo Subianto. Three senior police generals, including the president's chief of staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo, have been detained on charges of illegally tapping phones of high-profile individuals. The military claims this deployment is standard procedure for security…Deutsche Welle
• 4 Nov Indonesian president’s chief of staff dismissed over alleged wiretappingPresident Prabowo Subianto dismissed his chief of staff, Listyo Sigit Prabowo, on Wednesday for allegedly wiretapping phones without legal basis since last year. The incident involved two other serving police officers who were arrested alongside Listyo; they are accused of endangering state interests and possibly committing acts akin to treason by tapping into communications of high-profile figures including the…Al Jazeera
• 4 Nov Indonesia’s military deploys thousands of troops to Jakarta after generals’ arrestIndonesia's military has deployed over 20,000 troops and personnel to Jakarta as part of an unspecified security operation following the arrest of three senior police generals on suspicion of illegally wiretapping President Prabowo Subianto. The presidential palace considers this surveillance potentially treasonous due to its potential impact on national security and leadership stability.Sydney Morning Herald
• 4 Nov Indonesia’s Prabowo sacks chief of staff as wiretap scandal tests alliance with WidodoPresident Prabowo Subianto dismissed his chief of staff, former national police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, following allegations that he illegally wiretapped President Joko Widodo and other high-profile figures. The government warned that the illegal surveillance could constitute treason and threaten state security, raising concerns about a potential rift between the two leaders.South China Morning Post
• 4 Nov Indonesia arrests ex-police chief over alleged illegal wiretapping of President, officialsOn Wednesday, Indonesia's government announced the arrest of former police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo for allegedly wiretapping President Prabowo Subianto and other key figures without legal justification. The act is suspected to be treasonous and a threat to national security. Presidential spokesman Prasetyo Hadi stated that the wiretapping began in 2025, involving government officials, journalists, NGO…The Hindu

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