NEWS CONSTRUCTION STUDY OF TERRORISM CASES IN THE MASS MEDIA OF CENTRAL SULAWESI

This study discussed the news construction of terrorism cases in mass media Central Sulawesi. employed a qualitative approach with case method. aims to understand The results stated that information sources regarding were limited authorities and involved parties due nature high-risk operations combined geographical emotional proximity presence two dominant beliefs Islam Christianity conflict history Poso Sigi. limitation was also which are sensitive nation’s unity. Thus, journalists positioning development Sulawesi crucial construct without spreading additional fear fight radicalism deradicalization programs through message stimuli.