IDThe Indonesian military (TNI) has announced plans to increase security presence in remote and vulnerable regions of Papua following the fatal shooting of AMA Airways pilot Nicholas F. Goselin in Balinggama, Sobaham Sub-district, Yahukimo District. The incident occurred at a location without any nearby security posts, with the closest post situated approximately 40 kilometers away through difficult mountainous terrain. This follows a similar event in February 2026, where an attack on a Smart Air aircraft at Korowai Airstrip resulted in the deaths of two crew members. In response, the TNI aims to assess and improve security arrangements in areas lacking posts, especially those along pioneer aviation routes. The military has reached out to Jayapura Bishop Yanuarius You to identify areas requiring enhanced security and to ensure the safety of local communities while maintaining essential services in remote locations.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on the TNI's decision to enhance security in Papua, citing specific incidents involving fatalities and the lack of existing security infrastructure. It presents the actions of the military and their collaboration with local authorities without overtly favoring one side. The tone,
