November 07, 2025
Indonesia Mosque Explosion has left more than 50 people injured during Friday prayers at a mosque located inside a school complex in North Jakarta’s Kelapa Gading area. Authorities say a student suspect is being investigated for his alleged involvement in the blasts that shook the Indonesian capital on November 7, 2025.
According to Indonesia’s National Police Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, the explosion occurred just as the sermon began around midday, startling hundreds of students, teachers, and worshippers. “The motive is still being investigated,” Prabowo said. “We found toy weapons and some handwritten notes at the scene, and we are analyzing them to understand what happened.”
Early reports from Jakarta police confirm that there were no immediate fatalities, though several victims sustained serious injuries, including burns and shrapnel wounds. “Fifty-five people were admitted to hospitals across the city, 20 remain under treatment, and three are in critical condition,” said Jakarta Police Chief Asep Edi Suheri during a media briefing.
Witnesses described the terrifying moments following the first explosion. Luciana, a 43-year-old canteen worker at the school, told Reuters, “We were so surprised by the sound. It was massive. Our hearts were beating fast, we couldn’t breathe, and we ran outside. Then we saw white smoke billowing from the mosque.” Others reported seeing broken glass, students running in panic, and several fainting in shock.
Police and emergency personnel quickly sealed off the area. Bomb squads, firefighters, and ambulances rushed to the scene, while nearby hospitals like Yarsi Hospital and Cempaka Putih Hospital were placed on high alert to receive the injured. Photos and videos circulating online show police officers and soldiers standing guard at the school gate, with emergency lights flashing and parents anxiously waiting for news of their children.
Deputy House Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad visited one of the hospitals treating victims, confirming that one of the individuals in surgery was the suspected perpetrator — believed to be a student at the same school. “The investigation is ongoing, and we are waiting for more information regarding the suspect’s condition and motives,” Ahmad told local reporters.
While speculation initially spread that the explosion could have been an act of terrorism, city police urged restraint until forensic results are finalized. “It is still too early to conclude anything,” Suheri emphasized. “We are investigating whether the blast was caused by an improvised explosive device or a chemical reaction.”
An anti-bomb squad reportedly found toy rifles and plastic firearms near the site, suggesting that the materials used might not have been conventional explosives. However, investigators have not ruled out the possibility that the student suspect was experimenting with homemade devices.
Local media coverage has shown heartbreaking scenes outside hospitals as worried relatives gathered to identify their children. Parents shared accounts of students with injuries to their heads, arms, and feet from fragments of metal and glass. “I just want to know if my son is safe,” said one mother, weeping outside Jakarta Islamic Hospital.
The explosion comes at a sensitive time for Indonesia, a nation with a long history of maintaining interfaith harmony but also one that has faced sporadic extremist violence in the past. The government has promised a full investigation and vowed to enhance safety protocols in all religious institutions and schools nationwide.
Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs, Hadi Tjahjanto, expressed deep concern over the blast and called for national unity: “This tragedy reminds us of the need for vigilance and compassion. Whether accidental or intentional, the loss and suffering are shared by all Indonesians.”
In response, the Jakarta Regional Education Office announced plans to temporarily suspend in-person classes at the affected school complex while authorities assess the damage and ensure safety standards are restored.
As Indonesia’s largest Muslim-majority nation, the capital Jakarta remains a hub of religious and cultural activity. The incident has reignited debate on the importance of school security, mental health awareness among youth, and the need for stricter control over chemical materials accessible to students.
Meanwhile, social media platforms have been flooded with messages of support and prayers for the victims. Hashtags such as #PrayForJakarta and #KelapaGadingMosqueBlast have been trending across Indonesia, with thousands expressing solidarity and urging calm while investigations continue.
Authorities have appealed to the public to avoid spreading misinformation and to rely on official statements from police and government channels. As of Friday evening, the situation remains under control, and the suspect remains under close medical supervision and investigation.
For ongoing updates on this developing story, visit FFRNews Politics for verified reports and insights. You can also read the original coverage from Al Jazeera News for additional context and updates from Jakarta authorities.
