Starbucks Indonesia reopens stores after attack
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Starbucks Indonesia has reopened stores today after yesterday’s terror attack on one cafe in downtown Jakarta.
In a statement, Starbucks head office in Seattle said it was “deeply saddened by the senseless act” that took place in Jakarta.
“Our hearts are with the people of Indonesia. Amidst the attack in Jakarta, initial reports are that an explosion took place close to our store in the Skyline building. One customer sustained injuries; our partners (employees) are all confirmed to be safe.”
The company said it would be business as usual today (Friday) as it works closely with local authorities and looks to them to provide further updates on what transpired as they learn more details.
“While this store will remain closed, based on the stabilisation of the situation being conveyed by local authorities, we will open all other stores in Jakarta and across Indonesia.”
The Starbucks cafe was one of three targets by Isis-linked terrorists in Indonesia’s capital city on Thursday. Two people lost their lives in the attacks, along with five suspected terrorists who either blew themselves up or were shot by police.
Questions & Answers
Q.Did any Starbucks employees suffer injuries during the attack in Jakarta?
Did any Starbucks employees suffer injuries during the attack in Jakarta?
No, all Starbucks partners (employees) were confirmed to be safe following the incident. Initial reports indicated that one customer sustained injuries during the explosion close to the store.
Q.How many Starbucks stores in Jakarta are currently open for business?
How many Starbucks stores in Jakarta are currently open for business?
All Starbucks stores in Jakarta, apart from the one directly impacted in the Skyline building, have reopened today. This decision was made based on the stabilisation of the situation conveyed by local authorities.
Q.What was the broader context of the incident that affected the Starbucks cafe?
What was the broader context of the incident that affected the Starbucks cafe?
The Starbucks cafe was one of three targets in Indonesia's capital city during a terror attack by Isis-linked terrorists. Two people lost their lives in the attacks, along with five suspected terrorists.
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