Indonesian president’s chief of staff dismissed over alleged wiretapping

What happened: President Prabowo Subianto dismissed chief of staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo on Wednesday, a day after police arrested him over alleged illegal wiretapping of phones belonging to high-profile individuals, including the president and cabinet ministers. Key numbers: Listyo served five years as National Why it matters: A presidential spokesperson said the actions may fall into a category that can be considered an act tending towards treason and endanger state interests and the safety of the nation's leadership. The legal affairs minister said the motive has not yet been determined. Coverage: 4 outlets in 24h

President Prabowo Subianto dismissed chief of staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo on Wednesday, a day after police arrested him over alleged illegal wiretapping of phones belonging to high-profile individuals, including the president and cabinet ministers.

A presidential spokesperson said the actions may fall into a category that can be considered an act tending towards treason and endanger state interests and the safety of the nation's leadership. The legal affairs minister said the motive has not yet been determined.