JAKARTA -- Violent demonstrations continued across Indonesia for a third consecutive day on Saturday despite attempts by President Prabowo Subianto and Islamic organizations to soothe public anger triggered by generous lawmakers' allowances, police brutality and a sluggish economy.
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Violent protests erupt across Indonesia for third consecutive day
Death toll climbs to five, Prabowo cancels trip to China to address crisis
Protesters carry an Indonesian flag and a flag from Japanese anime 'One Piece' during a protest outside Jakarta police headquarters on Friday. The unrest continued in the capital and many other cities on Saturday as public anger over police brutality, lawmakers' perks and the stuttering economy showed little sign of abating. © Reuters
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