Series of bomb, gun attacks hit Jakarta in Indonesia

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Gunmen and suicide bombers targeted a Starbucks cafe in downtown Jakarta, Indonesia, and a nearby police traffic booth. Two bystanders were killed along with all five attackers. ISIL has claimed responsibility.

The attacks were coordinated to target area where westerners congregate.

CCTV’s Andy Saputra reports from Jakarta.


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