Indonesia's Military Respects Calls for Papua Ceasefire Amid Escalating Conflict

The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) headquarters acknowledges input from various parties regarding the conflict in Papua, including calls for a ceasefire from the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM). Komnas HAM is urging the TNI to implement a ceasefire as the conflict escalates and civilian casualties mount in the region.

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In the implementation of duties, TNI always prioritizes professionalism by acting in a measured and proportional manner.

Brig. Gen. Kristomei Sianturi stated that TNI's duties are performed in accordance with its constitutional mandate and regulations. He emphasized that the institution operates with professionalism, acting in a measured and proportional manner, and prioritizes protecting the civilian population. This protection is achieved through coordination and synergy with all stakeholders.

In response to the ongoing security needs, the TNI is increasing its personnel in Papua. Sianturi explained that this decision is based on an evaluation of the situation and aims to strengthen security, maintain stability, and provide protection to the local population. This move comes as the conflict in Papua has seen a significant escalation.

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The goal of adding personnel in Papua is to strengthen security, maintain security stability, and provide protection to the people.

Komnas HAM Chairperson Anis Hidayah previously urged both the government and armed groups in Papua to cease hostilities. The commission is pushing for a ceasefire, highlighting that civilians are the most vulnerable victims in such conflicts. The escalation was notably marked by the West Papua National Liberation Army-Free Papua Movement (TPNPB-OPM) shooting down an American pilot, Nicholas F. Goselin, on July 2, 2026, who was suspected of carrying logistics for TNI forces.

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Komnas HAM urges the state to take serious steps to stop all forms of armed conflict, including a ceasefire, where civilian residents have been the most vulnerable victims in every ceasefire that has occurred in Papua.