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Graduate Student Removes One Piece Flag Amid Controversy

9/2/2025

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Graduate student Aditya in Indonesia removed his One Piece pirate flag amid concerns of misinterpretation.
The flag has been a point of contention since July, representing criticism of government budget cuts and military actions.
Authorities are considering a crackdown, labeling the movement as divisive and advocating for a ban to safeguard national symbols.

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Graduate student Aditya in Indonesia removed his One Piece pirate flag amid concerns of misinterpretation.
The flag has been a point of contention since July, representing criticism of government budget cuts and military actions.
Authorities are considering a crackdown, labeling the movement as divisive and advocating for a ban to safeguard national symbols.