Journalists Attacked During Tin Mining Coverage in Indonesia

Journalists Attacked During Tin Mining Coverage in Indonesia

Two journalists covering a dispute over tin mining in the Bangka Belitung Islands of Indonesia were assaulted and detained while reporting. The incident occurred in the context of tensions surrounding the mining activities in the region.

Following the attack, authorities arrested three suspects connected to the assault. The event drew attention to the risks faced by journalists reporting on contentious issues in Indonesia, with organizations condemning the attack and emphasizing the need for press freedom and protection.

Acteurs

Frendy Primadana Dedy Wahyudi PT Putra Prima Mineral Mandiri Bangka Belitung Regional Police Aliansi Jurnalis Independen (AJI) Indonesia

Lieux

Air Anyir Village, Merawang District, Bangka Regency, Indonesia

Articles

19 mars 2026
2 au total
Indonesia: Journalists assaulted while reporting on tin mining dispute
Indonesia: Journalists assaulted while reporting on tin mining dispute

International Federation of Journalists - IFJ • 19 mars 05h06

Two journalists were attacked and detained while reporting on a tin mining dispute in Bangka Belitung Islands, Indonesia, leading to the arrest of three suspects.

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Indonesia: Journalists assaulted while reporting on tin mining dispute
Indonesia: Journalists assaulted while reporting on tin mining dispute

International Federation of Journalists - IFJ • 19 mars 05h05

Two journalists were assaulted and detained while reporting on a tin mining dispute in Indonesia's Bangka Belitung province; three suspects have been arrested in connection with the attack.

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