A court in Indonesia has sentenced four military officers to prison for their involvement in an acid attack on a human rights activist.
According to reports, the attack left the activist with severe injuries, particularly to the face and eyes, sparking widespread concern within Indonesia and among international human rights organizations.
Prosecutors said investigations linked the officers to the assault, which was allegedly carried out to intimidate the activist because of his work exposing issues related to corruption and human rights abuses.
The court stated that the verdict demonstrates that no one is above the law, including members of the security forces.
Human rights groups welcomed the ruling, describing it as an important step toward justice and the protection of activists from intimidation and violence.
However, some campaigners argued that further action is needed to ensure that all individuals involved in planning or carrying out the attack are held accountable.
Political analysts say the case has drawn international attention to issues of human rights, accountability, and the conduct of security personnel in Indonesia.
The convictions are being viewed as a significant development in efforts to strengthen the rule of law and protect freedom of expression in the country.