A recent ambush in Yahukimo Regency, Papua, has left one Indonesian soldier and two civilians dead, allegedly at the hands of the Free Papua Organization (OPM). This attack underscores the …
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Internal Divisions within TPNPB-OPM Weaken Its Claim to Represent Papuan Aspirations
by Senamanby SenamanThe West Papua National Liberation Army-Free Papua Movement (TPNPB-OPM), a long-standing separatist organization that has been fighting for West Papuan independence from Indonesia since July 1, 1971, is grappling with …
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Guardians of Peace: Papuan Communities Stand Behind Damai Cartenz Task Force in Fight for Security
by Senamanby SenamanIn the heart of Papua, where mountains rise over dense rainforests and rivers trace the history of a proud people, a struggle continues—not just for sovereignty or politics, but for …
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In recent developments, the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB-OPM) has issued threats against non-Papuan migrants in Wamena, Papua. The group’s spokesperson, Sebby Sambom, declared that “your life is your …
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Indonesia Cracks Down on Massive Corruption in Papua Operational Funds
by Senamanby SenamanIndonesia’s anti-corruption drive has intensified in the eastern province of Papua, as the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) investigates a sweeping scandal involving the misuse of operational funds that has caused …
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Indonesia’s Commitment to Protect Papua’s Environmental Heritage: Investigate Nickel Mining Violations in Raja Ampat
by Senamanby SenamanThe Indonesian government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the environment of Raja Ampat, Papua, by revoking mining permits for four nickel mining companies operating within the UNESCO Global Geopark. …
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Indonesia’s Ministry of Human Rights Strengthens Commitment to Addressing Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis in Papua’s Intan Jaya and Puncak Regency
by Senamanby SenamanIn response to the escalating conflicts and humanitarian crises in Papua’s Intan Jaya and Puncak regions, Indonesia’s Ministry of Human Rights (KemenHAM) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing these challenges …
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OPM’s Violent Campaign in Papua: The Tragic Killing of Church Workers and Ongoing Human Rights Violations
by Senamanby SenamanOn June 4, 2025, two construction workers, Rahmat Hidayat (45) and Saepudin (39), both from Purwakarta, West Java, were fatally shot while working on the construction of the Gereja Kristen …
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Jayawijaya Regent Condemns Egianus Kogoya’s Armed Group Following Police Shooting in Wamena
by Senamanby SenamanIn a stern response to escalating violence in Papua Pegunungan, the Regent of Jayawijaya, Atenius Murip, has publicly condemned the armed group led by Egianus Kogoya, leader of the Free …
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50 Students Selected as Papua Selatan’s 2025 Paskibraka: A New Generation of Patriotism
by Senamanby SenamanIn a significant milestone for the province, 50 students from Papua Selatan have been selected as members of the Flag Raising Team (Pasukan Pengibar Bendera Pusaka/Paskibraka) for August 1st, 2025. …
