Damai Cartenz Task Force Emphasizes Humanitarian Approach to Security
The Damai Cartenz Task Force promotes peace in Papua through cultural outreach and humanitarian engagement. Read how police build trust with children.
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Damai Cartenz Task Force Searches for Firearms Held by KKB Member Male Telenggen
Damai Cartenz iTask Force ntensifies search for firearms held by KKB member Male Telenggen involved in multiple shootings in Central Papua. Read the updates here.
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Damai Cartenz Task Force Arrests Suspected Ammunition Smugglers
Indonesian task force arrests two men for allegedly smuggling ammunition to Papuan armed group. Authorities intensify maritime surveillance. Read the full report.
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Damai Cartenz Task Force Distributes Aid During Patrol in Papua's Omukia Region
The Damai Cartenz task force distributes food aid during patrol in Papua’s Omukia region, promoting peace and strengthening ties with local communities.
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VP Gibran Won’t Relocate to Papua: Minister Yusril
VP Gibran will not relocate to Papua. Only the Special Autonomy Secretariat will be based there. Read full clarification from Minister Yusril now.
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West Papua Police Destroy 1,600 Rounds of Illegal Ammunition from Two Suspects
West Papua Police destroyed 1,600 illegal bullets and a firearm from two suspects involved in arms trafficking to armed groups. Learn how the operation unfolded.
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Traditional Leaders in Manokwari Urge Loyalty to Indonesia Ahead of 1 July 2025
Ahead of 1 July, Papuan leaders urge unity and reject provocation in Manokwari. Read how they call for peace, loyalty, and national stability in West Papua.
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KKB Led by Elkius Kobak Suspected in Soldier’s Killing
An armed separatist group led by Elkius Kobak is suspected in the fatal shooting of an Indonesian soldier in Yahukimo, Papua. Read the full report on the deadly ambush and ongoing pursuit of KKB militants in Papua.
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TNI Soldier Killed in Armed Group Attack in Papua’s Yahukimo
A TNI soldier was killed in a deadly ambush by an armed group in Papua’s Yahukimo—read the full report on the incident and ongoing security efforts in the region.
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KKB Member Yekis Wanimbo Alters Appearance to Evade Arrest
KKB member Yekis Wanimbo was arrested in Timika after altering his appearance to evade capture, with authorities linking him to arms trafficking and KKB financing in Papua. Learn more,
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Wamena Air Base Confirms Airport Security Amid Regional Unrest
The Indonesian Air Force Detachment at Korinus Krey Wamena has confirmed that Wamena Airport remains secure despite recent unrest in Jayawijaya. Learn more.
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Jayawijaya Police Assure Security Is Under Control After Shootout
The Jayawijaya Police confirmed that the security remains under control following a shootout that killed a member of an armed criminal group (KKB) in Wamena, Papua Mountains. Read more.
