Indonesian Military Massacres West Papuans Amidst EU Trade Deal
Indonesian security forces killed 15 West Papuans during a military operation in the Intan Jaya Regency, with 12 being civilians.
The incident occurred in Soanggama Village, prompting West Papuans to take to the streets on October 28 to condemn the killings and demand an end to militarisation.
The Australian West Papua Association (AWPA) reported that security forces "conducted house to house searches and opened fire in an indiscriminate fashion resulting in 15 deaths.
Meanwhile, Indonesia and the European Union have finalized an economic agreement, which may lead to the exploitation of West Papua's natural resources.
Author's summary: Indonesia's military kills 15 West Papuans during an operation.
- 15 West Papuans killed, including 12 civilians
- Incident occurred in Soanggama Village, Intan Jaya Regency
- EU trade deal may lead to exploitation of West Papua's natural resources