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Islamic State claims role in Jakarta attacks as officials probe reach in Asia

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Militants staged suicide bombings and opened fire in Indonesia's capital on Thursday in possible attempts by Islamic State followers to stage a Paris-style rampage through the teeming streets of Jakarta, officials said. Five attackers were among the Jakarta explosions; BoE, ECB minutes. Explosions and gunfire in central Jakarta sent Indonesia's stocks tumbling. Reports said at … Read more

Jakarta attacks: At least 4 dead in gun and bomb attacks

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Early reports suggest the attacks targeted the local police. At least one police officer was killed by gunfire from an assailant, according to witnesses. This is the first mass attack in Jakarta since the twin bombings of two hotels in 2009. Facebook Gallery: Attackers Target Jakarta Mall. A militant exchanges gunfire with police during an … Read more