Indonesia Names 113 Suspects as Wildfires Burn 4,741 Hectares

The Indonesian National Police have named 113 people as suspects in connection with forest and land fires, officials confirmed on Friday. The fires have scorched a total of 4,741 hectares across the country. The suspects are being investigated for their alleged roles in igniting the blazes, which are often started illegally to clear land for agriculture. Police have not yet released details on the specific locations or methods involved in each case. Authorities are continuing their crackdown as the fires threaten air quality and ecosystems. The investigation remains ongoing, with officials warning that more arrests could follow as they work to contain the damage and hold those responsible accountable.