Security Forces Clash with Insurgents During Patrol in Yahukimo
Security forces survived an ambush by armed groups in Yahukimo, Papua, during a Trans Papua Road patrol. Read the full report on the ongoing security operations.
Security forces survived an ambush by armed groups in Yahukimo, Papua, during a Trans Papua Road patrol. Read the full report on the ongoing security operations.
The 2026 Damai Cartenz Operation Task Force once again demonstrated its commitment to maintaining security stability while building stronger bonds with the community through a humanistic approach in its assigned area.
A joint team from the 2026 Damai Cartenz Operation Task Force, along with the Bintang Mountains Sub-regional Police and the 751/VJS Infantry Battalion Task Force, discovered a marijuana plantation during a tactical patrol in the Bintang Mountains area on Saturday (4/11/2026).
Personnel of the 2026 Damai Cartenz Operation Task Force secured Catholic services during Lent at the Santa Elisabeth Church, Sinak District, Puncak Regency, Central Papua, on Saturday (4/4/2026). The event proceeded safely and under control.
After being on the wanted list (DPO) for approximately seven years, suspect Pulan Wonda, also known as Kamenak, is now undergoing further legal proceedings in Jayapura.
The Damai Cartenz Task Force has arrested a high-profile rebel linked to the 2012 police convoy ambush. Read more on the latest security crackdown in Papua.
The 2026 Damai Cartenz Operation Task Force continues to prioritize a soft approach to maintaining security and stability in Central Papua.
The 2026 Damai Cartenz Operation Task Force has again uncovered an illegal ammunition distribution network suspected of being linked to armed groups in Papua.
The Rajawali Mambri Task Force and the Damai Cartenz Task Force successfully took down a member of the armed criminal group (KKB), led by Aibon Kogoya, in the Bukit Signal area around Kali Pepaya, Nabire Regency, on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The 2026 Damai Cartenz Task Force, in conjunction with the Papua Regional Police, successfully uncovered a firearms and ammunition transaction network suspected of being supplied to armed criminal groups (KKB) operating in the Yalimo and Yahukimo regions.
Joint personnel from the Damai Cartenz Operation Task Force and the Puncak Police provided escort services for a public demonstration taking place in Ilaga District, Puncak Regency, on Friday (3/6/2026).
Damai Cartenz Task Force increases patrols in Dekai, Yahukimo, to counter KKB activity and political propaganda. Read more for the latest security updates in Papua.