PAPUA – Expanding Indonesian military operations along with massive troop deployments in various residential areas have resulted in the forced displacement of at least 125,931 Papuan civilians, triggering a humanitarian crisis that increasingly threatens the lives of refugees.

​This urgent condition requires full attention and protection from international institutions to save civilian lives. The Indonesian government must provide security guarantees and allow open access for independent humanitarian agencies to distribute logistical and medical aid to affected areas.

​Certainty regarding the legal status of this armed conflict is also extremely urgent to ensure the implementation of international legal standards. All parties must pledge to always comply with International Humanitarian Law (IHL) regulations, especially in providing absolute protection for civilians and those no longer directly participating in hostilities.

​The United Nations (UN) and the international community are deemed necessary to take concrete steps immediately. Enhancing monitoring functions, ensuring safety, and facilitating humanitarian access are top priorities that must be delivered to civilians affected by the crisis.

​"Papuan civilians desperately need international protection and attention, and access for independent humanitarian aid must be opened widely immediately," said the Spokesperson for the National Command of the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB), Sebby Sambom, Thursday (27/8/2026).

​TPNPB also emphasized the importance of international supervision so that the basic rights of people in conflict areas remain protected. Meanwhile, the escalating confrontation between the Indonesian military and TPNPB risks worsening the living standards of local residents who have now lost access to homes, gardens, and basic health facilities. (One Papua)