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March 26, 2025 | 06:01 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Here are the highlights: Indonesia Beats Bahrain 1-0 in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers; Ole Romeny Scores Lone Goal; Prabowo Grateful for Indonesia's Victory Against Bahrain, Opening Chance to Reach 2026 World Cup; Military Spokesperson Claims Public Input in TNI Law Revision as Protests Persist.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. Indonesia Beats Bahrain 1-0 in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers; Ole Romeny Scores Lone Goal
The match between Indonesia and Bahrain in the third round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers for Asia ended in a triumph for the Garuda Squad, as it defeated Bahrain 1-0 after a lone goal by Ole Romeny. The game was held at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium, Jakarta, on Tuesday night, March 25, 2025.
The victory means Indonesia retains its fourth position in the Group C standings, with nine points from eight matches. The Garuda squad is four points behind the sure ticket to the World Cup, while Bahrain follows with six points.
2. Prabowo Grateful for Indonesia's Victory Against Bahrain, Opening Chance to Reach 2026 World Cup
President Prabowo Subianto is grateful for the Indonesian National Team's 1-0 victory against Bahrain in the ongoing third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers in the Asian zone at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, Jakarta, on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. He believes the players have fought hard.
He also expressed his gratitude to the Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) for preparing the national team for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. "Alhamdulillah (praise be to God). Our national team has succeeded, their efforts were quite good, they fought hard," said Prabowo after directly witnessing the match at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta, quoted from Antara.
3. Military Spokesperson Claims Public Input in TNI Law Revision as Protests Persist
Brigadier General Kristomei Sianturi, Head of the TNI Information Center, asserted that the recently ratified TNI Law revision involved public input, despite ongoing protests against the policy.
"We involve academics and representatives of the public in the planned revision of Law Number 34 of 2004," he said during a Zoom discussion on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Kristomei dismissed claims that the process was rushed, emphasizing that discussions on the law’s revision had been ongoing since 2010.
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LBH Malang: 6 Anti-TNI Law Protesters Released, Missing Individuals Have Returned Home
29 menit lalu
Previously, there were six protesters from the anti-revision of the TNI Law rally in Malang who were arrested by the police.
2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Kevin Diks Eyes Indonesia Win Over China
42 menit lalu
Kevin Diks played for 74 minutes in Indonesia's 1-0 victory over Bahrain at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK).
Defense Ministry: Cyber Operations to Counter Threats to National Sovereignty
1 jam lalu
The Indonesian Military (TNI) will conduct information and disinformation operations to counter threats to national sovereignty in cyberspace.
Prabowo Holds Talks with French Foreign Minister on Macron's Visit
1 jam lalu
The French Foreign Minister said President Macron's visit coincides with celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and France.
List of 6 Global Experts Tapped to Indonesia's Danantara Investment Board
1 jam lalu
Several global figures are now serving as advisors and managing directors of Danantara.
Prabowo Optimistic About Indonesia's 2026 World Cup Qualification
3 jam lalu
President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism about the national football team qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
Today's TNI Generation Has No Interest in Reviving Military Dual Function, Spokesperson Says
6 jam lalu
Head of Information Center of TNI stated that the current generation of TNI does not want to return to the New Order era that activated the dual function of ABRI.
Bahrain Coach: Indonesia Match Deserved a Draw
7 jam lalu
Bahrain national team coach, Dragan Talajic, mentions Ole Romeny's goal for the Indonesian national team as a stroke of luck.
Prabowo Grateful for Indonesia's Victory Against Bahrain, Opening Chance to Reach 2026 World Cup
12 jam lalu
President Prabowo Subianto is grateful for the Indonesian National Team's 1-0 victory against Bahrain. He hopes it will lead to the 2026 World Cup.
Indonesia Beats Bahrain 1-0 in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers; Ole Romeny Scores Lone Goal
19 jam lalu
The victory over Bahrain keeps the Indonesian national team in fourth place in Group C standings in the 2026 World Cup qualifying zone for Asia.
