Bombings and trials
The Bali bombings, the Bali Nine drug case and the trials that followed.
Climate-bomb Indonesia
The hot topic these days on a global level seems to be climate change. Wherever you look around world some kind of weather inspired disaster is happening, be it flooding in Mexico, wildfires in…
Bali Nine drug appeal fails
A constitutional appeal against the death penalty by 3 members of the Bali Nine has failed.
Bali bombing anniversary in Kuta Bali
Today is October 12th 2007, the 5th anniversary of the bombings at the Sari Club and Paddy's bar. This morning I rode down to Kuta to see how things were developing.
Bali bombers invited to police bbq
Some of the terrorists convicted of planning and carrying out the Sari Club & Paddy's bombings in 2003, were treated to a bbq party at the house of Indonesia's anti-terror unit chief.
Bali bombers curtain about to fall
The 5th anniversary of the Bali Bombing is coming up this week. The people convicted of planning and executing the bombing which killed 202 innocent people and maimed dozens more, are still alive.
Bali bombing anniversary hard for many
The 5th anniversary of the 2002 Kuta bombings will be with us soon. Friday October 12th 2007 will be 5 years to the day that terrorists bombed the Sari Kuta and Paddy's Irish Bar in Kuta, killing 202…
Bali police not concerned about terror warning
Police in Bali have not uncovered any evidence that a terror event is about to happen. Australia has new travel warning against Indonesia , stating a terror event is likely.
Bali Nine case sparks death penalty debate
Six members of the Bali Nine heroin smuggling gang are appealing their death sentences at the Constitutional Court in Jakarta.
Leader of terror group arrested in Indonesia
Indonesian police have arrested the highest level member of the terror group responsible for the 2002 Bali bombings.
Bali Nine appeal highlights inconsistencies in legal system
Three members of the Bali Nine heroin smuggling gang were represented in Denpasar District Court today for their final appeal.
Last roll of the dice for the Bali Nine
Three members of the Bali Nine heroin smuggling gang were in Denpasar District Court today, giving it one last shot at avoiding the death penalty.
'Don't kill Bali Nine' say Australian legal expert
Australian legal expert Philip Alston has argued that the Bali Nine drug smuggling gang should not be executed. Mr.
David Hicks vs. Bali bombing victims
Australian taliban David Hicks is in the news this week. After 5 years learning to salsa in Guantanamo, Hicks will be released soon and back in Australia.
Long shot for bombers does not help Bali Nine
Like 40 year old hookers who insist on heading out to the club, Amrozi, Ali Gufron and Imam Samudra, the Bali bombers, will launch another appeal at Indonesia's Constitutional Court later this month.
Terrorist bomb in Ambon Indonesia
A terrorist bomb has exploded in Ambon, in eastern Indonesia. Ambon is in the Maluku islands , once known as the Spice Islands.
Bali Bombing film banned locally
A film dramatization covering the 2002 Bali bombings, has been banned locally. The Long Road To Heaven was directed by Ennison Sinaro, and tells the story of the Sari club terrorist attack from the…
Indonesian Crimes Act review could save Bali Nine
There's an old saying, 'its not over until Milli Vanilli sings'. This is particularly relevant for members of the Bali Nine, heroin smuggling gang who are on death row.
Bali Nine members: No luck with appeal
Three members of the Bali Nine drug smuggling gang, had no luck with Indonesia's Constitutional Appeals Court.
Bali Bombing Monument: Kuta
Since I moved to Bali in 2003, the Kuta area has been on a redevelopment drive. We have the Wave, MBarGo, Hook, Viper, Sky Lounge, new shops and restaurants.
Long Road to Heaven: Bali Bombing on film
Its been a while since the 2002 Bali bombings. The dust has settled, we now have a permanent memorial, annual services and Paddy's Bar in now a surf shop.
Bali bomb maker injured in Philippines shootout
Good news happens once in a while, and often if you you have a positive mental attitude.
Bali Nine kingpsins challenging death sentence in Bali
Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran , the 2 kingpins of the drug smuggling gang, the Bali Nine, are appealing their death sentence.
Bali Nine & Schapelle Corby: What will the future bring?
Members of the Bali Nine heroin smuggling gang , who are curently on death row in Bali, are hoping for the best when a judicial review of their case happens in the next 2-3 weeks.
Downer on future of Bali Bombing site
Australian Foreign Minister, Alexander Downer has said he expects the site of the Bali Bombings in 2002, to eventually return to commercial use.
Abu Bakar Ba'asyir cleared on bomb charges: Aussies angry
Muslim cleric Abu Bakar Ba'asyir has been cleared of involvement in the 2002 Bali bombings, by an Indonesian court.
Bali bombers to get review on December 22nd 2006
Bali Bombers Amrozi, Muklas and Samudra , are appealling their conviction, for executing the 2002 attacks in Kuta. The dateset for there appeal is December 22nd 2006.
Amrozi & Co. roll the dice one last time
Much like a soap opera that just won't die, Bali bombers , Amrozi, Samudra and Muklas, are giving their shot at escaping the death penalty.
Bali Nine lawyers to challenge death penalty
Lawyers representing members of the Bali Nine , drug trafficking gang, who are on death row, will challenge their conviction next month.
Bali Bomber's end coming soon...hopefully
Bali Bombers Samudra, Amrozi and Muklas are getting nearer to their end (as we all are).
Bomb in Jakarta
BBC reports a small bomb attack in Jakarta . The report says 1 person was injured on an attack on a fast food shack (God these people are morons!).
JI leader orders halt on Indonesia terrorism
Abu Bakar Bashir , the Muslim cleric, who is thought to be the head of JI (Jemaah Islamiyah), the terrorist organisation repsonsible for the Bali bombings, has ordered a halt on terrorist activities…
Bali bombers released from jail in Indonesia
Two convicted terrorists, responsible for helping the masterminds of the Sari Club and Paddy's bombings in 2002, were released from jail today in Indonesia.
Bali Nine death sentence mules given ray of hope
Four members of the Bali Nine drug trafficking gang, who were recently given the death sentence, have received an unexpected ray of hope from an Indonesian judge.
London memorial to the Bali Bomb victims
London has recently unveiled a memorial, to honor the victims of the 2002 Bali Bombings. My brother Chris sent me a photo , which shows the 202 doves, carved into a globe, representing the victims.
Britain honors Bali Bombing victims
The British government unveiled a memorial to the victims of the 2002, Bali Bombing. Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall were present at the London ceremony .
Remembering the victims of the Bali Bombings
Terrorism is an over used word in the 21st Century. We hear it so frequently it doesn't seen to shock anyone anymore.
Correction: Bombing anniversary Oct 12th in Bali
Correction: The date of the Bali Bombing aniversary is October 12th, not the 11th as I previously stated. With the excitement and emotion that goes along with this annual event, I let the date slip.
Eve of Bali Bombing anniversary
Today is October 10th, the night before the 4th anniversary of Bali Bomb I. This afternoon I walked past the place where tommorrow's ceremony will take place.
Bali bombings remembered
The 2002 Bali Bombings, in Kuta shook the world and left people with a 'I was doing 'X' when I heard the news' memory.
Bali Bomber's wife caught in Philippines
The horrific bombing that took place in Kuta Bali in 2002, was planned by JI (Jemaah Islamiyah) operative, Dulmatin . His wife was arrested recently on the Philippine island of Jolo.
One year Bomb II in Kuta Bali
Sitting at a streetside table last night in Fat Yogi's, on Poppies I, the restaurant / guest house (the restaurant in much better than the guest house), Ika, Jevon and I got into some pizza.
Bali Bomb II anniversary service in Jimbaran Bali
An anniversary service took place in Jimbaran Bay, this last Sunday, for the victims and relatives of Bali Bomb II.
Commemoration of 2005 Bali Bombings this Sunday
The 2005 Bali Bombings will be commemorated this Sunday, here in Bali at a secret location. Those attending will be relatives of the deceased, and those affected by the blasts.
Bali bombers request heading
Bali Bombers Amrozi, Muklas and Samudra have requested death by beheading , as it is thought to be more humane. Are they kidding?
Sulawesi executions spark reaction
My last post talked about the execution of 3 Christian trouble makers in Sulawesi.
Bashir says naked women worse than Bali Bombings
Muslim cleric Abu Bakar Bashir, widely believed to be the spiritual leader of Jemaah Islamiyah, has said that naked women are more damaging than the Bali Bombings.
Denpasar court sentences Bali Bomb collaborator to 15 years
A court in Denpasar has sentenced a collaborator in the 2005 Bali Bombings, to 15 years in jail.
Trainer of Bali Bombers helping police
Jemaah Islamiyah (JI), the terrorist organisation behind the Bali Bombings in 2002 and 2005, seems to outsiders like a ragtag band of disenfranchised youths, lead by a few crazy radical scholars and…
Lives turned upside down for Bali Nine and relatives
The recent shock announcement, that Indonesia plans to execute 4 more members of the Bali Nine, bringing the total to 6, has stunned a lot of people.
Bali Nine: A clear piece of common sense
The Australian media as well as the British and US media, frequently throw out a lot of bollocks when it come down to issues about nationality and sovereignty.
4 more Bali Nine get death sentence
The Indonesian Supreme Court has given 4 more members of the Bali Nine drug gang, the death penalty.
Indonesian VP says more terrorist bombs unlikely
Indonesian VP Jusuf Kalla, said on tuesday that more terrorist bombs in Indonesia are unlikely. This is a great news for those of us who live here.
Bali Bomb II conspirator jailed
Another win for the good guys! That's the news today from Denpasar District Court, after Bali Bomb II conspirator, Abdul Aziz, was jailed for 8 years.
JI leader Bashir says CIA used 'micro nuclear' bomb
JI (Jemaah Islamiyah) leader Abu Bakar Bashir claims it was not he, who planned the 2002 Kuta bombings, but the CIA, with the aid of a 'micro nuclear' bomb.
Chaz to unveil new Bali Bombing memorial
Prince Charles will unveil a new memorial to the victims of the 2002 Bali Bombings. HRH won't be coming to the Island of the Gods, as the site is in Central London.
Bali bomber planned 2nd attack online
Convicted bomber, Imam Samudra, used a laptop computer and wi-fi connection to chat online, while in Kerobokan jail.
Healing the scars from the Bali Bombing
Bali will always look back on October 12, 2002, as a dark day. The bombing of Paddy's and Sari Club wiped away many lives and scarred many more.
Sari Club bombing parent welcomes delay of execution
Not everyone is sad about Amrozi and Co. slipping out of the noose. It must be a terrible thing to lose a child, but one parent of an Australian victim, has publicly welcomed the continuation of…
Bali bombers live to smile another day
The 3 terrorists convicted of conspiring to bomb Kuta in 2002, were given a new lease of life on Monday.
Terror expert says watch out, its the season
Terrorism expert Sidney Jones, a member of the International Crisis Group, based in Jakarta, has warned that we are entering the season for trouble again.
Indonesia cuts sentences for Bali Bombers
Indonesia today cut the sentences of 12 men, found guilty in conspiring to murder, in the 2002 Bali bombing. August 17th is Indonesian Independence Day, and well behaved prisoners recieve remission.
3 Bali bombers to seek Supreme Court date
The 3 original Bali bombers, Amrozi, Samudra and Gufron, will seek a date with the Indonesian Supreme Court, according to their lawyer.
Protestors demonstrate against Israeli terror at US Embassy in Jakarta
Indonesians protested the Israeli slaughter of innocent people in Lebanon, outside the the US embassy in Jakarta. Here's more from, the Jakarta Post.
Bali bombers to meet their end soon
Bombers responsible for the nighlclub bombings in Kuta in October 2002, are expected to be sent to a firing squad within the next few weeks.
Terrorists Could Shift Tactics: Indonesia
As if it is not bad enough that tourists are blatantly and mercilessly targeted by terrorists with bombs it now seems they have new tactics for crippling the archipelago and ridding the islands of…
Bombers Execution Finalised: Indonesia
Do we all dare to dream that the execution of the Bali bombers is finally a reality.
In a Terrorist's Mind
Frightening as every aspect of terrorism is, it has become a part of our daily lives and whenever we travel, it is not far from our thoughts.
Bashir Preaching Again: Java, Indonesia
He was supposed to be watched by the relevant authorities to ensure he does not preach extremism or incite others to arms against foreigners.
Bali Bombers Seek Judicial Review
The on again off again scenario of the Bali Bombers execution has become somewhat tiring.
Terror Instruction Book for Bali Bombings
A terror instruction manual for last year's Bali suicide bombings that killed at least 20 people contains minute details on even the kind of clothes the attackers should wear, the sites they should…
Suspect Bomb Explosion in Church: Sulawesi, Indonesia
Whenever I hear or read about bombs going off I instantly think 'Here we go again'. A suspected bomb exploded in an empty church on Indonesia's Central Sulawesi province.
Blow to the Bali Nine Ringleaders: Bali
Anyone that organises the trafficking of drugs deserves all they get from the country's courts they are apprehended in.
Update on Executions for Bali Bombers
There seems to have been progress in the Attorney General's Office with regards to the pending execution of the Bali bombers.
Execution Sought for Bali Bombers:Jakarta, Indonesia
It appears Indonesian prosecutors have sought permission from the justice minister to execute the three Bali bombers on death row. How many times have we heard this.
Bashir Consolidates Forces: Yogyakarta, Indonesia
First they let him out of jail early and then promise to keep an eye on his activities, but it does not seem to be the case.
Taxpayers Fund Bali Nine Mule
It has come to light that convicted Bali nine member Scott Rush is actually getting paid during his stint in a jail in Bali. So its a case of doing time and getting assistance whilst doing it.
SBY Fights Terrorism: Indonesia
According to SBY, Muslims should help solve global problems including terrorism and reach out to the rest of the globe if they want to be understood.
Enrolments Increase at Bashir's School: Solo, Central Java
Indonesia has been seen by most western countries as having a tolerant Muslim society. However I read a disturbing article however on the TKB or Terrorism Knowledge Base website.
Bashir Travel Ban: Jakarta, Indonesia
It seems the Indonesian Government has come to its senses and decided to impose an international travel ban on Abu Bakar Bashir according to a report in the Jakarta Post .
Fishy Bombs Found: Pauruan, East Java, Indonesia
I have heard some fairly odd fishing tales about the one that got away, but this fishing tale does take the cake, so to speak.
Downer Voices Concern over Bashir: Indonesia
No country should, in my opinion, stick their noses in another country's business or affairs. But, it seems this is happening in a very subtle way, or is it a diplomatic way.
Bali Bomber Knew of Attack: Bali
A man accused of involvement in last year's suicide bombings on the Indonesian resort island of Bali admitted in court he knew about the plot one day before the attacks were carried out.
Bali bomber apologizes in Denpasar Bali
One of the terrorists on trial for the 2005 bombings in Bali, has apologized. This took place on Tuesday, in Denpasar district court, where Abdul Aziz, aged 30, is on trial along with 4 other…
Indonesia to release terrorist leader in June 2006
Indonesia is about to release the leader of JI (Jemaah Islamiyah) from prison, this coming June.
Bali bomber claims torture in Denpasar Bali
One of the characters on trial in Denpasar for the 2005 Bali Bomb II, claimed he has been tortured into giving a confession.
SBY urges Muslims to seek wisdom over terror
Indonesian President SBY is in Bali tonight, getting ready for the fifth summit of the Developing 8 group in Nusa Dua.
More bombs inevitable in Indonesia
More terrorist bombs are inevitable in Indonesia, according to Forbes . Indonesia has terror cells scattered around the country and it only a matter of time before one of them figures out which way…
Bali Bombers on trial in Denpasar
Two accused terrorists responsible for the 2005 Bali Bomb II, started their trial on Monday at Denpasar.
Bali bomber repentent: Unlikely to get off
A terrorist who created a jihadist website, instructing others to harm westerners, and who also harbored Bali Bomb II operatives, says he is sorry.
Bali Bomb victim still in morgue
One of the victims of the 2005 Bali Bombing, is still in the morgue. According to the Bali Advertiser, Mr Riber Kunt Haags aged 35 , from Holland, is still occupying a refrigerator in Sanglah…
Java police find explosives like Bali bombs
Leaders of JI (Jemaah Islamiyah) and its spins offs are on the run here in Indonesia. The polcie have had some success in locating operatives, killing 2 and arresting 2 more just last week.
How JI (Jemaah Islamiyah) planned Bali Bomb II
Indonesian police today shot and killed member of JI (Jemaah Islamiyah) in a safe house in Central Java. The most wanted man in Indonesia Noordin Top, narrowly escaped.
Bali prosecutors to appeal Bali Nine sentence reduction
Prosecutors in the Bali Nine case will appeal against the reduction in sentence for 5 of the group.
Police kill terrorists in raid in Central Java
Indonesian police have killed 2 terrorists, in a raid on a house in Central Java. Most of the religious trouble in Indonesia starts in Central Java, with troublemakers exporting their ideas and…
Australian attorney general not commenting on Bali Nine sentences
Australian Attorney General Philip Ruddock does not want to comment on the latest developments in the case of the Bali Nine.
Talking to Hamid: Bali Bomb survivor
Back in 2003 I did many interviews with Balinese locals, who were in the location of the Paddy's and Sari Club bombings.
Bali Nine mules catch break!
Members of the Bali Nine heroin trafficking gang, have received a major reduction in their sentences.
Holiday spots make good targets for terror attacks
That is the conclusion some people are coming to, after Al Queda and other loony networks opted to go for 'soft targets' a while ago.
Indonesia terror threat remains
A couple of nights ago we were told to batten down the hatches by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
No terror attack in Bali
Friday morning here in Seminyak Bali and we're still in one piece. After Australia's travel advisory that April 20th could be the day of fresh terror attacks, nothing happened.