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'Terror threat': Indonesia arrests seven over failed plot to attack Pope Francis

IndiaTimes Friday, 6 September 2024
Indonesian authorities have arrested seven individuals for issuing online terror threats against Pope Francis during his visit aimed at promoting religious unity. Heightened security measures include around 4,000 personnel to ensure the pope's safety. The suspects are accused of posting bomb threats on social media concerning the pope's public meetings in Jakarta.
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