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There are a number of conspiracy theories involving the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and former Indonesian President Sukarno. Some of these theories suggest that the CIA was involved in attempts to manipulate or overthrow Sukarno’s government, while others claim that the agency had a more covert role in Indonesian politics.
One theory is that the CIA played a role in the failed coup attempt against Sukarno in 1957, known as the “September 30th Movement.” This theory is based on the fact that the CIA had a history of supporting anti-Communist efforts in Indonesia, and Sukarno was seen as sympathetic to Communist causes. Some people believe that the CIA provided funding and support to the group behind the coup attempt, or that it was directly involved in the planning and execution of the coup.
Another theory is that the CIA was involved in the 1965 mass killings in Indonesia, in which hundreds of thousands of people were killed or imprisoned. Some people believe that the CIA provided support or assistance to the Indonesian military or paramilitary groups that carried out the killings, or that it played a more direct role in the violence.
It is important to note that there is no concrete evidence to support these conspiracy theories. While it is true that the CIA had a history of covert operations in Indonesia, it is not known for certain what role the agency played in the events described above.
Overall, the conspiracy theories involving the CIA and Sukarno highlight the enduring mistrust of government secrecy and the willingness of some people to believe that shadowy forces are at work behind the scenes. While it is not possible to say for certain what role the CIA played in Indonesian politics, it is clear that these theories continue to be a subject of fascination and speculation.
