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Indonesian Military Rescues 18 Workers from Armed Rebels

1/15/2026

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On January 15, 2026, the Indonesian military rescued 18 workers from Freeport Indonesia after they were surrounded by armed rebels in Papua.
The Free Papua Movement claims to seek secession from Indonesia.
The workers were repairing electric towers when they were threatened.
The Indonesian military delivered food and medicine via drones before evacuating the workers.
Operation commander Major General Lucky Avianto noted the challenging terrain and high threat level.

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Story summary

On January 15, 2026, the Indonesian military rescued 18 workers from Freeport Indonesia after they were surrounded by armed rebels in Papua.
The Free Papua Movement claims to seek secession from Indonesia.
The workers were repairing electric towers when they were threatened.
The Indonesian military delivered food and medicine via drones before evacuating the workers.
Operation commander Major General Lucky Avianto noted the challenging terrain and high threat level.