Jakarta, Oct. 19 -- Indonesia's Foreign Ministry urged Indonesian citizens in France and Italy to remain alert after demonstrations in both countries on Saturday, October 17.

Heni Hamidah, the Foreign Ministry's director for citizen protection, said in a statement here Monday that the Indonesian embassies in Paris and Rome had urged Indonesians in their jurisdictions to exercise caution and monitor security developments.

The ministry also urged Indonesians in both countries to follow official updates from local authorities and avoid demonstration sites and crowds.

Indonesians were advised to adjust travel plans for possible public transportation disruptions and follow instructions from local security authorities.

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