As the Indonesian National Police (Polri) marked its 79th anniversary, an outpouring of appreciation and support came not only from Jakarta but also from one of the country’s most dynamic …
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Politics & Security
Religious Leaders in Papua: “Violence Is Not the Answer” — A Moral Appeal to the OPM
by Senamanby SenamanIn the face of escalating violence across Papua, local religious and community leaders have launched a unified moral appeal: the Free Papua Movement (OPM), also known locally as Armed Criminal …
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Politics & Security
“Guardians of Peace”: How Satgas Damai Cartenz Uses Culture to Build Trust in Papua
by Senamanby SenamanIn a land long marred by tension and mistrust, a unique approach to peacebuilding is quietly reshaping relationships between security forces and indigenous communities. Satgas Damai Cartenz 2025, a special …
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Politics & Security
Terror in Papua: Separatist Attacks Intensify, Police Step Up Security to Protect Civilians
by Senamanby SenamanA new wave of violence has erupted in Papua, Indonesia, as armed separatist groups, commonly referred to by authorities as the Armed Criminal Group (Kelompok Kriminal Bersenjata or KKB), launched …
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“Jaga Desa” App: A New Digital Shield Against Village Fund Corruption in Papua
by Senamanby SenamanIn a bold move to combat village-level corruption and strengthen good governance in Papua, the Indonesian government has introduced and begun widespread socialization of the “Jaga Desa” (Guard the Village) …
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OPM’s Deadly Attack in Yahukimo: A Grave Violation of International Humanitarian Law
by Senamanby SenamanA 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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Politics & Security
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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OPM Threats to Migrants in Wamena: A Call for Peace and Unity
by Senamanby SenamanIn 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 …
