1998 | Video Tragedi Poso

Characterized by street brawls and the burning of houses.

While the broader Poso conflict spanned from 1998 to 2001, it began on the night of December 24, 1998. What started as a localized brawl between youths of different religious backgrounds in the town of Poso quickly spiraled out of control. Video Tragedi Poso 1998

In the hyper-tense atmosphere of post-Suharto Indonesia, where the central government’s grip was weakening, local grievances over political representation and economic resources were easily manipulated into sectarian tension. This first phase of the conflict saw widespread arson and property damage, forcing many residents to flee their homes. The Escalation: From Riots to War Characterized by street brawls and the burning of houses

Digital archives and "tragedy videos" serve as a grim reminder of the human cost. During the late 90s, documentation was limited to grainy handheld cameras and news broadcasts. Today, these videos often resurface on social media platforms, serving as: During the late 90s, documentation was limited to

The "Video Tragedi Poso 1998" often refers to the broader cycle of violence that followed. The conflict is generally divided into three major phases:

Documenting the displacement of tens of thousands of people.

A significantly more violent period involving "ninja" squads and organized retaliatory attacks.