Indonesian police have dismantled an alleged illegal arms smuggling operation to Papua, preventing several firearms and hundreds of rounds of ammunition from reaching their suspected destination. The operation, carried out …
Politics & Security
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Politics & Security
OPM Calls on the People Not to Participate in the Indonesian Independence Commemoration
by Senamanby SenamanA statement attributed to West Papua Army (WPA) Supreme Commander Demianus Magai Yogi, calling on Papuans not to participate in Indonesia’s 17 August 2026 Independence Day celebrations have generated renewed …
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As digital communication becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life, ensuring the accuracy of information has become an important public challenge. The issue is particularly relevant in Papua, where social media …
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Politics & Security
Barisan Merah Putih Calls for Peace and Stability in Papua
by Senamanby SenamanOn 3 August 2026, in Jayapura, a peaceful rally in Papua organized by Barisan Merah Putih (BMP) and led by Ali Kabiay brought together community members who voiced opposition to …
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Politics & Security
Five Road Construction Workers Killed by TPNPB OPM in Tolikara, Papua Pegunungan
by Senamanby SenamanThe killing of five road construction workers employed by PT Sutan Harauli Jaya (SHJ) during an attack at Kalinggime District Tolikara Regency, Papua Pegunungan (Papua Highlands) province on 3 August …
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Politics & Security
TNI Recovers Third Civilian Victim in Yahukimo, Papua Pegunungan
by Senamanby SenamanIndonesian security forces have successfully recovered the body of Teina Alya, an Indigenous Papuan woman whose death has drawn renewed attention to the humanitarian impact of armed violence in Papua’s …
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Indonesia’s Papua food aid mission to the remote district of Agandugume has entered a critical phase as authorities work to deliver emergency food supplies to communities affected by prolonged extreme …
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The Jayapura Immigration deportation of 28 Papua New Guinea (PNG) nationals during the first half of 2026 reflects Indonesia’s continuing commitment to enforcing immigration regulations while maintaining orderly cross border …
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Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry has disrupted an alleged Papua wildlife trafficking operation after rescuing seven protected birds that were reportedly being offered for sale through Facebook. Authorities also arrested a …
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Authorities from the Papua Tengah Quarantine Office (Balai Karantina/Barantin Papua Tengah) have successfully prevented the illegal transportation of several Papuan green tree pythons through the cargo terminal of Mozes Kilangin …