Politics

On August 17, 2025, Papua became a stage of unity, culture, and patriotism as communities across the region commemorated Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day. The celebrations stretched from Nabire to Sorong, …

On the vast, mountainous island of New Guinea, a border drawn during colonial times created two very different futures. To the east stands Papua New Guinea (PNG)—an independent country with …

On the morning of August 15, 2025, a date etched into the complex history of Indonesia, a small but vocal group of demonstrators in Papua are expected to raise black …

In a landmark ceremony held at the Suparlan Airstrip within the Kopassus Training Complex in Batujajar, West Java, President Prabowo Subianto unveiled six new regional military commands (Kodam), alongside an …

The morning sun had barely risen above the cobalt horizon when Nabire’s main streets began to fill. From the junction of Jalan Merdeka to the wide expanse near the old …

A significant breakthrough came early this August when combined Indonesian security forces successfully apprehended Nowaiten Telenggen, also known as German Ubruangge, a suspected key operative of the West Papua National …

The recent re-voting (Pemungutan Suara Ulang or PSU) in Papua’s regional elections has unfolded smoothly, peacefully, and securely, marking a significant milestone in the region’s democratic journey. The PSU was …

In the mist-covered highlands of Papua, an operation that took minutes to execute ended a manhunt that spanned more than a decade. Indonesian security forces confirmed this week the death …

Steve Rick Elson Mara, known simply as Steve Mara, stands as a compelling figure among young Papua voices. A son of indigenous OAP (Orang Asli Papua) from Wamena, he now …

In the remote highlands of Papua’s Yahukimo Regency, the peace‑shattering sound of gunfire broke the skies on August 4, 2025, when militants from the Free Papua Movement (OPM) allegedly opened …