A suicide bomb attack with armed gunmen in Indonesian capital of Jakarta on Thursday morning, left at least 6 people dead.
The death toll is believed to include 5 attackers who were shot dead by police.
Locals reported hearing several explosions and an exchange of fire between gunmen around a popular shopping area also home to foreign embassies.
Indonesian officials say the situation is now under control, however cautioned against making conclusions over who is responsible.
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