Papua Post

Pegunungan Bintang, Papua Highlands — Eight members of the Tentara Pembebasan Nasional Papua Barat–Organisasi Papua Merdeka (TPNPB-OPM) from Kodap XV/Ngalum Kupel in Kiwirok District, Pegunungan Bintang Regency, Papua Highlands, have officially declared their return to the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia (NKRI). During the ceremony, they also surrendered several firearms and the Morning Star flag that had been in their possession. The declaration of loyalty took place at Kiwirok District Field on June 10, 2026, and was attended by representatives of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), district authorities, village heads, customary leaders, religious figures, community leaders, and hundreds of residents from 12 villages across the Kiwirok area. The event has been widely viewed as a significant step toward strengthening peace, security stability, and regional development in the Papua Highlands. Residents attending the ceremony expressed optimism for a safer and mor...

  Jayapura, Papua — Papuan youth leader Gifli Buinei has expressed support for the human-centered approach implemented by the Cartenz Peace Operation Task Force (Satgas Operasi Damai Cartenz/ODC) in maintaining security and public order across Papua. According to him, the presence of security personnel who not only focus on security operations but also engage directly with local communities represents an important step toward building public trust and strengthening regional stability. Buinei stated that the humanitarian and community-based activities carried out by the task force demonstrate the government’s commitment to being actively present in improving the welfare of Papuan communities. He believes that an approach emphasizing dialogue, communication, and social engagement helps foster closer relationships between residents and security institutions. According to him, sustainable security cannot be achieved solely through law enforcement but also through harmonious relatio...

  Yahukimo, Papua Highlands — The TNI Habema Operational Command (Koops TNI Habema) has conducted a security operation in three villages in Manggelum District, Yahukimo Regency, Papua Highlands, following security disturbances allegedly carried out by armed groups affiliated with the TPNPB-OPM under the leadership of Kopi Tua Heluka and Dejang Heluka. The operation, carried out in early June 2026, aimed to restore security, protect local residents, and ensure that community activities could resume normally. The initiative forms part of the government's broader efforts to maintain security stability and accelerate development throughout the Papua Highlands region. According to Koops TNI Habema, previous security disturbances had created fear among residents and prompted several families to temporarily leave their homes for safer locations. As a result, security personnel were deployed to restore order and create conditions that would allow residents to safely return to their vill...

Lanny Jaya, Papua Highlands — An 18-year-old teenager, Endite Wea, was killed after an explosion believed to have originated from leftover ammunition or explosive materials in a former Tentara Pembebasan Nasional Papua Barat–Organisasi Papua Merdeka (TPNPB-OPM) camp area in Lanny Jaya Regency, Papua Highlands. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday (June 7) while the victim and several residents were searching for wild coconuts near the site. According to security officials, the explosion took place in an area previously identified as a former TPNPB-OPM Kodap XII/Lanny Jaya base led by Purom Okiman Wenda. Preliminary findings indicate that the blast may have been caused by abandoned ammunition or explosive materials left behind in the area. The incident has once again highlighted the dangers posed by unexploded ammunition and explosive remnants that may remain in former armed group activity zones, particularly for residents carrying out daily activities in remote areas of Papua. ...

Deiyai, Central Papua — The XVII/Cenderawasih Regional Military Command has strongly condemned the burning of Elementary School Yapis Waghete I , located in Waghete I Village, Tigi District, Deiyai Regency, Central Papua. Based on preliminary findings, authorities suspect that the attack was carried out by individuals believed to be sympathizers of the Organisasi Papua Merdeka (OPM). The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning, resulted in the destruction of two school buildings, including nine classrooms and various educational facilities. Material losses are estimated at approximately IDR 2 billion. Beyond the physical damage, hundreds of students have been affected after losing access to their primary learning facilities. Colonel Inf. Tri Purwanto, Head of Information for the XVII/Cenderawasih Regional Military Command, emphasized that attacks targeting educational institutions are unacceptable because they directly undermine the future of young Papuans purs...

Jakarta — The documentary film Pesta Babi has once again become the subject of public discussion after several observers argued that the way the film has been promoted, screened, and discussed reflects a shift from social criticism toward issues associated with political narratives concerning Papua. The assessment was expressed by political analyst Rico Marbun, who highlighted developments in the public discourse surrounding the film. According to Marbun, Pesta Babi was initially seen as a form of social criticism addressing various development challenges and community issues in Papua. However, he argued that over time the film has increasingly been used in discussions that focus on identity-related and political issues that could widen divisions between Papua and Indonesia. He further stated that some narratives emerging in events and discussions linked to the film frequently portray Indonesia through a framework of colonialism in Papua. In his view, such framing carries significan...