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Over 260 Rohingya refugees land on Indonesia's shores

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Over 260 Rohingya refugees land on Indonesia's shores

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  • On Sunday evening, over **260 Rohingya refugees** arrived in **Indonesia** on two boats, primarily consisting of **women and children**.
  • The **East Aceh police chief**, Nova Suryandaru, announced that police and military personnel are collaborating with the **U.N. refugee agency** to ensure the refugees' safety.
  • This marks a continuation of a trend, with over **300 Rohingya** having landed in East Aceh since February of this year.
  • Approximately **1 million Rohingya** currently reside in camps in **Bangladesh**, many fleeing a harsh military crackdown in **Myanmar** in 2017.
  • Indonesia, although not a signatory to the **UN Refugee Convention**, often provides temporary shelter to refugees in need, appealing for **international support** amid increased arrivals.

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