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Five workers killed by insurgents in Highland Papua, manhunt ongoing
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Five workers killed by insurgents in Highland Papua, manhunt ongoing

Five road construction workers employed by PT SHJ were killed by armed insurgents in an attack on their camp in Tolikara District, Highland Papua, according to the Indonesian Army (TNI AD). The attack occurred on Sunday evening, and four of the five victims have been identified and evacuated to local hospitals, while one remains at the scene. The TNI has launched operations to pursue the perpetrators and ensure local security. The attackers, described as 'armed criminal groups,' have previously targeted civilians and infrastructure workers in the region, with notable past incidents involving hostages and fatalities among pilots and miners. The military has condemned the attack and emphasized efforts to enhance security in the area.

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Five workers killed by insurgents in Highland Papua, manhunt ongoing

Five road construction workers employed by PT SHJ were killed by armed insurgents in an attack on their camp in Tolikara District, Highland Papua, according to the Indonesian Army (TNI AD). The attack occurred on Sunday evening, and four of the five victims have been identified and evacuated to local hospitals, while one remains at the scene. The TNI has launched operations to pursue the perpetrators and ensure local security. The attackers, described as 'armed criminal groups,' have previously targeted civilians and infrastructure workers in the region, with notable past incidents involving hostages and fatalities among pilots and miners. The military has condemned the attack and emphasized efforts to enhance security in the area.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on an attack by armed groups in Papua, which is a politically sensitive issue due to the region's history of separatist conflict. However, the report is presented in a neutral tone, citing official military sources and providing factual details without overtly favoring any side.

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