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What was the estimated death toll during the repression of leftists following the 30 September Movement?

  • 500,000 to over 1,000,000

  • 100,000 to 500,000

  • 50,000 to 100,000

  • 10,000 to 50,000

Answer

Following the 30 September Movement in 1965, there was widespread repression of leftists, including executions of Communist party members and suspected sympathizers. The death toll is estimated to be between 500,000 and over 1,000,000 people.
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