Amnesty International on Monday urged Indonesian authorities to investigate the deaths of at least eight people following a violent crackdown on nationwide protests that began August 25.

Demonstrations took place across Indonesia last week, drawing thousands of people into the streets to protest low wages as well as new tax increases and pay raises for lawmakers. Protesters set fires at regional parliament buildings and other public institutions in response to government policies. Police responded with tear gas and water cannons, and rights groups reported incidents of excessive force, including the killing of a ride-share driver who was struck by an armored police vehicle.

Citing the severity of the situation, President Prabowo Subianto canceled a planned trip to China to remain in

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