The Directorate General of Land Transportation at the Ministry of Transportation in Indonesia has launched a Free Homecoming (Mudik Gratis) program for motorcycle users, available from the end of 2023. The initiative aims to increase safety and efficiency during the Nataru homecoming period, scheduled from December 20, 2023, to January 2, 2024.A Step Towards Safer TravelThe program includes 90 intercity and tourism buses (AKAP) with a total capacity for 3,600 passengers, and four trucks to transport 120 motorcycles. The Baketrans survey predicts that 107.63 million people, a staggering 39.83% of the national population, will travel during this time, predominantly using private vehicles. This program seeks to alleviate safety concerns associated with such high volumes of private vehicle use.Embracing Digital RegistrationOnline registration for the Free Homecoming program is accessible through the Mitra...

In the seemingly unending conflict between Israel and Hamas, the stakes have risen with the engagement in some of their fiercest fighting of the two-month-old war. The Israeli military, commanded by Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, has cornered Hamas fighters in two of their last strongholds in northern Gaza Strip— the Shajaiya neighborhood of Gaza City and the city of Jabalia. The conflict continues to escalate with intense ground operations and persistent rocket attacks.Decisive Military ManeuversThe Israel Defense Forces has escalated its ground operations against Hamas, extending its reach into the southern Gaza Strip. Through a decisive strategy, the military has effectively dismantled two Hamas brigades in northern Gaza, leading to the deaths of several high-ranking commanders and numerous operatives. This intensified military action comes after a seven-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas collapsed.Conflict...