Indonesian president pardons third of prisoners, amid West Papua conflict and displacement.
Indonesian President Joko Widodo has pardoned a third of the country's prisoners, a move seen by some as a human rights gesture. However, critics argue it may be a smokescreen for a more aggressive approach in West Papua, where thousands are fleeing due to Indonesian military presence. The United Liberation Movement for West Papua claims the military is committing atrocities and forcing displacement. Activists call for dialogue and self-determination for West Papua.
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