Today's Top 3 News: Fact Check: UN Not Moving Headquarters to Indonesia

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January 24, 2026 | 06:15 pm

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Here are the highlights: Fact Check: UN Not Moving Headquarters to Indonesia; List of Intimidation Acts Targeting Indonesian Activists, Influencers in 2025; and Jakarta Stays on Heavy Rain Alert Through Thursday, Says BMKG.

The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.

1. Fact Check: UN Not Moving Headquarters to Indonesia

A piece of content claiming that the United Nations will move its headquarters to Indonesia was shared by social media accounts on TikTok [archive] and Facebook on January 10, 2026.

The content featured a photo of President Prabowo shaking hands with UN Secretary-General António Guterres. The content spread a narrative that the UN Secretary-General was interested in relocating the headquarters from New York to Indonesia. The uploader claimed this planned move was a consequence of the United States' withdrawal from the UN.

So, is it true that the UN will move its headquarters to Indonesia after the US leaves the organization?

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2. List of Intimidation Acts Targeting Indonesian Activists, Influencers in 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, a troubling pattern of intimidation has emerged in Indonesia, targeting activists, influencers, artists, and journalists who have publicly voiced criticism over the government’s response to a series of major national issues and crises.

The acts of intimidation range from coordinated online harassment and threats to physical terror, including the delivery of animal carcasses, vandalism, and even an attempted firebombing. Those targeted share a common thread: outspoken criticism of disaster response efforts and environmental governance.

1. Greenpeace Activist Terrorized With Chicken Carcass

One of the most alarming cases involved Iqbal Damanik, Climate and Energy Campaign Manager at Greenpeace Indonesia. On Tuesday morning, December 30, 2025, his home was targeted in what the organization believes was an act of intimidation.

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3. Jakarta Stays on Heavy Rain Alert Through Thursday, Says BMKG

The relentless rainfall across Greater Jakarta (Jabodetabek) shows no sign of tapering off. The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) forecasts light to moderate showers across the region today, Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

BMKG reports that all Jakarta districts remain susceptible to light rain throughout the day, a trend echoed in Bekasi Regency and City. Meanwhile, residents in Bogor, Depok, and Greater Tangerang should brace for heavier downpours.

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Today's Top 3 News: Jakarta Remains on Alert for Very Heavy Rain Today, Says BMKG

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