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The government has instructed the security apparatus to beef up security against terrorism following the killing of a family of four in Sigi, Central Sulawesi, Coordinating Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Minister Mahfud MD stated.

"The government guarantees the safety of citizens in all regions across Indonesia, including of residents in Sigi District, Central Sulawesi, especially after acts of terror and violence committed against residents in the region," Mahfud stated at a press conference here on Monday.

The government also voiced its regret and strong condemnation to terror acts and atrocities committed by the East Indonesia Mujahidin Terrorist Group (MIT) led by Ali Kalora, he added.

"It was not a religious but a criminal act against a family in Sigi, Central Sulawesi, which resulted in casualties and injuries," the minister, accompanied by Commander of the Indonesian Defense Forces (TNI) Marshal Hadi Tjahjanto and representatives from Police Headquarters, remarked.

The government also expressed deep sorrow and met with families of the victims. Moreover, the government has taken steps to initiate the process of trauma healing to facilitate the recovery of the victims.

The government has instructed security forces through the Tinombala Operations Task Force to pursue and catch perpetrators behind the murder in Sigi.

"This is necessary in order to immediately conduct a strict legal process against them," he stated.

This operation will be led by the National Police, with the assistance of the TNI in the Tinombala Task Force.

The minister reiterated that an Ali Kalora-led criminal group called MIT, not representing a particular religion was behind the incident, which was not a tribal war, let alone a religious one.

"This is actually an attempt by certain parties to terrorize and create an inconducive atmosphere, with the objective of creating chaos that can cause disunity and divide the nation," he cautioned.

Mahfud MD urged all residents, especially those of Sigi, to not be incited by certain parties. (Antaranews)