TPNPB Minta Hentikan Militerisasi Gereja dan sekolah di Papua#PapuaUnderSiege #MilitaryOutOfChurch

Summary

The transcript covers a report from the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB), detailing their ongoing conflict with Indonesian military forces, particularly regarding military operations in Papua’s Gidi Efesus Safe Church and other civilian areas. It highlights a military attack from May to July 2025 and their demand for the withdrawal of Indonesian forces from religious and educational sites. Tensions between civilians, the military, and separatist groups are escalating, with concerns about international violations of humanitarian law and the use of civilian spaces as military posts. The community calls for peace, dialogue, and the safety of Papuan civilians amidst this volatile situation.

Takeaways

• 😀 TPNPB troops have been involved in ongoing military operations against the Indonesian military in Papua, particularly targeting Indonesian forces in the Gidi Efesus Safe Church, used as a military base.
• 😀 The attacks started on May 27 and continued until July 1, 2025, with TPNPB troops vowing to continue operations until Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto withdraws military forces from the area.
• 😀 The TPNPB describes the conflict as a fight for the sovereignty, dignity, and independence of the Papuan people, positioning armed struggle as a means of defending Papuan resources from imperialism and colonialism.
• 😀 There is a call from the TPNPB for Indonesian forces to withdraw from places of worship, accusing the use of churches as military bases of violating the civil rights of Papuans to worship peacefully.
• 😀 The Indonesian military's use of civilian spaces, such as schools, as military posts has been met with strong opposition from local communities, who are concerned about the safety of their children and the disruption to education.
• 😀 The use of schools and churches as military bases has intensified tensions between the Indonesian military and separatist groups, such as TPNPB and OPM, exacerbating violence in the region.
• 😀 Geopolitically, the increasing militarization of Papua has the potential to undermine Indonesia's legitimacy on the global stage, especially with growing international attention on human rights and indigenous rights.
• 😀 The Papua Manuscript channel emphasizes that it does not condone violence and urges all parties to seek peace and dialogue to ensure the safety and well-being of the Papuan civilian population.
• 😀 Civilians in various villages, such as Rwing and Berilagu, are experiencing displacement and have had to temporarily accommodate military personnel in schools, village halls, and other facilities.
• 😀 The transcript highlights the hope for future peace and development, with communities calling for the return of civilian life and the safe reopening of schools, as well as the cleaning of local airports to improve regional infrastructure.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the TPNPB's military action in the script?

The TPNPB's military actions primarily target the Indonesian military forces that have occupied the Gidi Efesus Safe Church in Oksop district, which they claim has been used as a military base. The TPNPB aims to eliminate the military presence in the area.

What was the specific timeframe for the attacks launched by the TPNPB?

The attacks launched by the TPNPB occurred from May 27 to July 1, 2025.

Why does the TPNPB continue its operations, according to the report?

The TPNPB continues its operations until President Prabowo Subianto withdraws all Indonesian military forces from the area, or until all military personnel in the church are eliminated.

How does the TPNPB view the conflict with Indonesia?

The TPNPB views the conflict as a fight for dignity, sovereignty, and historical truth, aiming to uphold the Papuan nation's right to independence and defend its natural resources from imperialism, capitalism, and colonialism.

What is the international response to the occupation of civilian spaces by the military in Papua?

Internationally, the use of civilian spaces like schools and churches as military posts is seen as a violation of international humanitarian law. This militaristic approach has escalated tensions between the Indonesian military and separatist groups and undermines Indonesia's legitimacy on the global stage.

What does the Papua Manuscript YouTube channel emphasize in its message?

The Papua Manuscript YouTube channel emphasizes the importance of peace, dialogue, and non-violent resolutions to the conflict. It also aims to provide historical documentation and geopolitical analysis without advocating violence.

What role does the community play in managing the impact of the conflict?

The community plays a supportive role by providing temporary shelter to displaced individuals. Schools and village halls have been used to accommodate those displaced by military actions, reflecting local efforts to maintain some semblance of normalcy amid the conflict.

What are the concerns raised by the local civilians regarding the military’s presence in schools?

Civilians in Marilakin Village expressed concerns that military forces occupying schools as military posts disrupt children’s education and violate civilian spaces intended for peaceful use.

What future actions are planned for the region, as mentioned in the script?

The community plans to clean the airport field to facilitate transportation and ensure that airplanes can land and people can shop in Timika. This is part of efforts to maintain daily life and infrastructure despite the ongoing conflict.

How does the geopolitical situation in Papua impact Indonesia’s international relations?

The ongoing conflict in Papua and the military's actions in civilian spaces could harm Indonesia's international reputation. With growing global attention on human rights and indigenous rights, Indonesia may face diplomatic pressure if the conflict is not addressed through peaceful means and dialogue.