Indonesia torch protests thwarted Thousands are deployed to guard rerouted Olympic relay

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Jakarta, Indonesia -
It seems protesters are everywhere in support of Tibet. In Jakarta, Taufik Hidayat, Indonesian badminton star and Olympic gold medalist, was supported by about 2,500 police officers and 1,000 troops as he lit the cauldron. The heavily guarded Bung Karno Stadium only accepted about 5,000 guests to watch the relay inside in prevention of any disruption by protesters. Outside the stadium were the protesters who are part of the group, Indonesian Society for a Free Tibet, holding banners and shouting "Free Tibet!"

Tibetans blame the Chinese authorities for their oppression against the Tibetan people, fearing the end of Tibetan culture and religion. The Chinese government argues that they are supporting Tibet and helping them to economically catch up with China. The Dalai Llama continues to campaign for international support for Tibet's separation from China and its independence. The Dalai Llama claims to recognize China's sovereignty but wishes for full autonomy.

The Olympics holds China in the foreground internationally, and ultimately Tibet's wish for separation is up to the Chinese government, which must be settled in a peaceful manner.