@purepapua.bsky.social
Running the #WestPapua outrage machine 24/7.
Allergic to colonial bullshit, blunt, foul-mouthed, unfiltered, and permanently disgusted with Indon shit in West Papua
I fly for work, fun, and mileage — racking up points
📍Berlin.
Allergic to colonial bullshit, blunt, foul-mouthed, unfiltered, and permanently disgusted with Indon shit in West Papua
I fly for work, fun, and mileage — racking up points
📍Berlin.
Pinned
The whole #WestPapua thing isn't really getting much attention on @bsky.app
It's not totally missing, but people just aren't that into it.
It's not totally missing, but people just aren't that into it.
@jerthorp.bsky.social
Go to Merauke — if you can stomach it.
Watch the world’s biggest deforestation project unfold in real time.
It’s not “see the sights,” it’s “see what’s left.
#deforestation #WestPapua
Go to Merauke — if you can stomach it.
Watch the world’s biggest deforestation project unfold in real time.
It’s not “see the sights,” it’s “see what’s left.
#deforestation #WestPapua
Today we left the rainforest in West Papua, where we spent two muddy but exhilarating days in the company of an absurd variety of flora and fauna.
December 9, 2025 at 5:21 AM
@jerthorp.bsky.social
Go to Merauke — if you can stomach it.
Watch the world’s biggest deforestation project unfold in real time.
It’s not “see the sights,” it’s “see what’s left.
#deforestation #WestPapua
Go to Merauke — if you can stomach it.
Watch the world’s biggest deforestation project unfold in real time.
It’s not “see the sights,” it’s “see what’s left.
#deforestation #WestPapua
King Charles Under Fire in Papua New Guinea – Papua New Guinea Wants King Charles Gone — Monarchy’s Global Influence Questioned #PNG #UK #Commonwealth
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December 8, 2025 at 9:57 PM
King Charles Under Fire in Papua New Guinea – Papua New Guinea Wants King Charles Gone — Monarchy’s Global Influence Questioned #PNG #UK #Commonwealth
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#Indonesia:
Sumatra’s apocalypse live on screen; President Prabowo calls it a ‘blessing,’ apparently from the Palm-Oil God. #deforestation #palmoil
Sumatra’s apocalypse live on screen; President Prabowo calls it a ‘blessing,’ apparently from the Palm-Oil God. #deforestation #palmoil
Amid deadly floods in Sumatra, Prabowo calls palm oil 'God's gift'
Didi Agung Eko Purnomo – Amid public scrutiny of the flash floods and landslides that have hit Sumatra, President Prabowo Subianto has once again emphasised the importance of palm oil for national ene...
www.indoleft.org
December 8, 2025 at 2:09 PM
#Indonesia:
Sumatra’s apocalypse live on screen; President Prabowo calls it a ‘blessing,’ apparently from the Palm-Oil God. #deforestation #palmoil
Sumatra’s apocalypse live on screen; President Prabowo calls it a ‘blessing,’ apparently from the Palm-Oil God. #deforestation #palmoil
Indonesia spent decades bulldozing its rainforests for palm-oil cash, and now the climate bill arrives.
But hey — money first, disasters later.
Congrats. You got exactly what you ordered!
#deforestation #palmoi #Indonesia
But hey — money first, disasters later.
Congrats. You got exactly what you ordered!
#deforestation #palmoi #Indonesia
Indonesia says 1,000 dead, some 1 million displaced from rains as report points at the threat posed by climate change.
Indonesia counts human cost as more climate change warnings sounded
Indonesia says 1,000 dead, some 1 million displaced from rains as report points at the threat posed by climate change.
bit.ly
December 8, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Indonesia spent decades bulldozing its rainforests for palm-oil cash, and now the climate bill arrives.
But hey — money first, disasters later.
Congrats. You got exactly what you ordered!
#deforestation #palmoi #Indonesia
But hey — money first, disasters later.
Congrats. You got exactly what you ordered!
#deforestation #palmoi #Indonesia
#Indonesia
That’s what you get when you chainsaw half your country into a decorative desert:
the sky decides to dump an entire ocean on your head just to remind you that nature always gets the last laugh. #deforestation #palmoil
Read more: www.reuters.com/video/watch/...
That’s what you get when you chainsaw half your country into a decorative desert:
the sky decides to dump an entire ocean on your head just to remind you that nature always gets the last laugh. #deforestation #palmoil
Read more: www.reuters.com/video/watch/...
Indonesian families mourn loved ones as flood deaths pass 900
Residents in the Indonesian region of Aceh Tamiang have been struggling to get aid while mourning the loss of their loved ones, as the death toll from floods and landslides that hit Sumatra island thi...
www.reuters.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:50 AM
#Indonesia
That’s what you get when you chainsaw half your country into a decorative desert:
the sky decides to dump an entire ocean on your head just to remind you that nature always gets the last laugh. #deforestation #palmoil
Read more: www.reuters.com/video/watch/...
That’s what you get when you chainsaw half your country into a decorative desert:
the sky decides to dump an entire ocean on your head just to remind you that nature always gets the last laugh. #deforestation #palmoil
Read more: www.reuters.com/video/watch/...
#WestPapua’s Fight for Freedom — 50 Years After a Sham Referendum, the Struggle Continues”
“Forgotten by the World: Inside West Papua’s Ongoing Quest for Liberation”
“Between Jungle and Genocide: Why West Papua’s Fight Still Matters
“Forgotten by the World: Inside West Papua’s Ongoing Quest for Liberation”
“Between Jungle and Genocide: Why West Papua’s Fight Still Matters
West Papua and Its Quest for Freedom
Geologists call Papua “elephant country,” a term for terrain with extra rich deposits.
www.independent.com
December 7, 2025 at 9:39 AM
#WestPapua’s Fight for Freedom — 50 Years After a Sham Referendum, the Struggle Continues”
“Forgotten by the World: Inside West Papua’s Ongoing Quest for Liberation”
“Between Jungle and Genocide: Why West Papua’s Fight Still Matters
“Forgotten by the World: Inside West Papua’s Ongoing Quest for Liberation”
“Between Jungle and Genocide: Why West Papua’s Fight Still Matters
West Papua is just 200 miles from Australia, yet the Albanese government keeps pretending the West Papuan fight against injustice, discrimination, and basic human rights doesn’t exist. #AusPol #WestPapua
West Papuan Flag Day Observed, Marking 1961 Flag-Raising - The Flag Chronicle
Supporters of West Papuan self-determination marked West Papuan National Flag Day on December 1st.
flagchronicle.com
December 6, 2025 at 11:47 PM
West Papua is just 200 miles from Australia, yet the Albanese government keeps pretending the West Papuan fight against injustice, discrimination, and basic human rights doesn’t exist. #AusPol #WestPapua
#Indonesia: the world’s fastest rainforest destroyer—now selling “eco-tourism” for your guilty conscience. #deforestation
Indonesia’s Push for Green Tourism: A New Era for Eco-Conscious Travelers - Travel And Tour World
Discover how Indonesia is embracing green tourism to empower MSMEs and promote sustainable travel while preserving its natural and cultural heritage.
www.travelandtourworld.com
December 6, 2025 at 5:17 PM
#Indonesia: the world’s fastest rainforest destroyer—now selling “eco-tourism” for your guilty conscience. #deforestation
#NZ
West Papua Action Ōtepoti organised an event in the Octagon (Dunedin), participants hoisted the unofficial Morning Star flag — symbol of the people of #WestPapua.
West Papua Action Ōtepoti organised an event in the Octagon (Dunedin), participants hoisted the unofficial Morning Star flag — symbol of the people of #WestPapua.
Flag raised for freedom
The Morning Star flag of the Republic of West Papua is raised by (from left) Dunedin city councillor Marie Laufiso, Dr Kerri Cleaver and Barbara...
www.odt.co.nz
December 6, 2025 at 5:09 PM
#NZ
West Papua Action Ōtepoti organised an event in the Octagon (Dunedin), participants hoisted the unofficial Morning Star flag — symbol of the people of #WestPapua.
West Papua Action Ōtepoti organised an event in the Octagon (Dunedin), participants hoisted the unofficial Morning Star flag — symbol of the people of #WestPapua.
2025 in review: Apparently I don’t have a home — just a collection of airports.
Oslo 4x, Amsterdam 27x, Berlin 27x, Stockholm 22x, Copenhagen 34x, Helsinki 6x.
#ScandinavianAirlines
Oslo 4x, Amsterdam 27x, Berlin 27x, Stockholm 22x, Copenhagen 34x, Helsinki 6x.
#ScandinavianAirlines
December 6, 2025 at 4:37 PM
2025 in review: Apparently I don’t have a home — just a collection of airports.
Oslo 4x, Amsterdam 27x, Berlin 27x, Stockholm 22x, Copenhagen 34x, Helsinki 6x.
#ScandinavianAirlines
Oslo 4x, Amsterdam 27x, Berlin 27x, Stockholm 22x, Copenhagen 34x, Helsinki 6x.
#ScandinavianAirlines
I was out last night and someone asked which country I wouldn’t visit. I told him some of the former Yugoslav conflict zones—Bosnia, Croatia, Macedonia, Kosovo. Some memories are better left where they are.
December 6, 2025 at 7:42 AM
I was out last night and someone asked which country I wouldn’t visit. I told him some of the former Yugoslav conflict zones—Bosnia, Croatia, Macedonia, Kosovo. Some memories are better left where they are.
#Indonesia:
More heavy rain on the way — which is great news, unless you live in one of the charmingly deforested parts of Indonesia where the few remaining trees are basically just decorative sticks. #deforestation #palmoil
More heavy rain on the way — which is great news, unless you live in one of the charmingly deforested parts of Indonesia where the few remaining trees are basically just decorative sticks. #deforestation #palmoil
BMKG Warns of Heavy Rain Throughout Indonesia Next Week
BMKG encourages the public not to panic when facing extreme weather. Local authorities are also advised to prepare simple anticipatory measures.
en.tempo.co
December 5, 2025 at 1:46 PM
#Indonesia:
More heavy rain on the way — which is great news, unless you live in one of the charmingly deforested parts of Indonesia where the few remaining trees are basically just decorative sticks. #deforestation #palmoil
More heavy rain on the way — which is great news, unless you live in one of the charmingly deforested parts of Indonesia where the few remaining trees are basically just decorative sticks. #deforestation #palmoil
#Indonesia deleted its forests for palm-oil money — now Cyclone Senyar just walks in like, “Wow, no barriers? Cool, I’ll flood everything.” — #palmoil #deforestation
Palm oil and mining blamed for cyclone devastation in Sumatra
Indonesia's government says it will summon eight companies over their suspected role in worsening the scale of floods and landslides that have killed more than 700 people. But environmental groups say...
www.abc.net.au
December 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM
#Indonesia deleted its forests for palm-oil money — now Cyclone Senyar just walks in like, “Wow, no barriers? Cool, I’ll flood everything.” — #palmoil #deforestation
UK Oil & Gas eyes Indonesian oil and gas fields in #WestPapua — because of course they do.
UK Oil And Gas Company Until Vietnam Aims For Indonesian Oil And Gas Fields
there is a foreign Cooperation Contract Contract Contractor (KKKS) who is interested in working on oil fields in Indonesia.
voi.id
December 3, 2025 at 10:07 PM
UK Oil & Gas eyes Indonesian oil and gas fields in #WestPapua — because of course they do.
King Charles should be removed as Papua New Guinea’s head of state, says a new official report, arguing PNG must move past its colonial legacy and address claims of neo-colonialism. #PNG #UK #Commonwealth
King Charles could be replaced as head of state of Papua New Guinea
The country's 'Constitutional and Law Reform Commission', says Charles needs to be replaced in part to resolve 'ongoing claims of neo-colonialism'.
www.dailymail.co.uk
December 3, 2025 at 6:08 PM
King Charles should be removed as Papua New Guinea’s head of state, says a new official report, arguing PNG must move past its colonial legacy and address claims of neo-colonialism. #PNG #UK #Commonwealth
A “buffer zone”?
Please. More like a tropical Berlin Wall – a shiny new strip where PNG and Indonesia can politely take turns shooting at West Papuans trying to flee. Add some watchtowers, a few landmines, and call it “regional stability.” #WestPapua #PNG #AusPol #Indonesia
Please. More like a tropical Berlin Wall – a shiny new strip where PNG and Indonesia can politely take turns shooting at West Papuans trying to flee. Add some watchtowers, a few landmines, and call it “regional stability.” #WestPapua #PNG #AusPol #Indonesia
Papua New Guinea calls for 'buffer zone' with Indonesia amid concerns over West Papua conflict
It comes as Australia, PNG and Indonesia prepare to hold trilateral meetings to help assuage Jakarta's concerns over a landmark defence treaty inked by Australia and PNG in October.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 3, 2025 at 2:19 PM
A “buffer zone”?
Please. More like a tropical Berlin Wall – a shiny new strip where PNG and Indonesia can politely take turns shooting at West Papuans trying to flee. Add some watchtowers, a few landmines, and call it “regional stability.” #WestPapua #PNG #AusPol #Indonesia
Please. More like a tropical Berlin Wall – a shiny new strip where PNG and Indonesia can politely take turns shooting at West Papuans trying to flee. Add some watchtowers, a few landmines, and call it “regional stability.” #WestPapua #PNG #AusPol #Indonesia
Australia, PNG and Indonesia hold historic defence meeting amid rising tensions.
— Wonder if there will be talks about human rights in #WestPapua the bombings and IDPs
#AusPol #PNG
— Wonder if there will be talks about human rights in #WestPapua the bombings and IDPs
#AusPol #PNG
www.theaustralian.com.au
December 3, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Australia, PNG and Indonesia hold historic defence meeting amid rising tensions.
— Wonder if there will be talks about human rights in #WestPapua the bombings and IDPs
#AusPol #PNG
— Wonder if there will be talks about human rights in #WestPapua the bombings and IDPs
#AusPol #PNG
The Netherlands: once masters of an empire, now masters of awkward silence. #WestPapua burns, forests vanish, Papuans are killed—and the Dutch? Busy feeling guilty, whispering shame, pretending it’s ancient history. Congrats: you exported colonialism, imported moral paralysis, and call it closure
December 3, 2025 at 12:19 AM
The Netherlands: once masters of an empire, now masters of awkward silence. #WestPapua burns, forests vanish, Papuans are killed—and the Dutch? Busy feeling guilty, whispering shame, pretending it’s ancient history. Congrats: you exported colonialism, imported moral paralysis, and call it closure
Buffer Zone’ Between PNG and Indonesia — Clever Safety Net or Cover‑Up for West Papua’s Horror? #AusPol #PNG #WestPapua
PNG calls for 'buffer zone' with Indonesia amid concerns over West Papua conflict - ABC Pacific
Australia, PNG and Indonesia will today hold their first ever defence ministers meeting, just a few months after Canberra signed landmark security agreements with both Jakarta and Port Moresby. Also, ...
www.abc.net.au
December 2, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Buffer Zone’ Between PNG and Indonesia — Clever Safety Net or Cover‑Up for West Papua’s Horror? #AusPol #PNG #WestPapua
Yes — #Indonesia is widely recognized as the world’s top global destroyer of tropical rainforest — Indonesia: undisputed world champion of rainforest destruction!
Forests burned, species wiped out, rivers choked, climate on fire — all for #palmoil and profit. Indon, take a bow!
Forests burned, species wiped out, rivers choked, climate on fire — all for #palmoil and profit. Indon, take a bow!
December 2, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Yes — #Indonesia is widely recognized as the world’s top global destroyer of tropical rainforest — Indonesia: undisputed world champion of rainforest destruction!
Forests burned, species wiped out, rivers choked, climate on fire — all for #palmoil and profit. Indon, take a bow!
Forests burned, species wiped out, rivers choked, climate on fire — all for #palmoil and profit. Indon, take a bow!
#WestPapua Where Things Stand in Late 2025
The situation for indigenous people in West Papua is deteriorating markedly, not improving. The conflict is now morphing into what many describe as systematic oppression, forced displacement, environmental destruction, and cultural genocide
The situation for indigenous people in West Papua is deteriorating markedly, not improving. The conflict is now morphing into what many describe as systematic oppression, forced displacement, environmental destruction, and cultural genocide
December 2, 2025 at 10:39 PM
#WestPapua Where Things Stand in Late 2025
The situation for indigenous people in West Papua is deteriorating markedly, not improving. The conflict is now morphing into what many describe as systematic oppression, forced displacement, environmental destruction, and cultural genocide
The situation for indigenous people in West Papua is deteriorating markedly, not improving. The conflict is now morphing into what many describe as systematic oppression, forced displacement, environmental destruction, and cultural genocide
Indonesia in #WestPapua:
Nothing screams “modern development” like fucking up forests and fucking off the people who actually live there.
Nothing screams “modern development” like fucking up forests and fucking off the people who actually live there.
Since mid-2024, shiploads of excavators have been quietly invading South #WestPapua — not as aid, but as executioners.
They tear into one of the last primeval forests on Earth, shredding tree kangaroos, birds of paradise… #deforestation #palmoil
They tear into one of the last primeval forests on Earth, shredding tree kangaroos, birds of paradise… #deforestation #palmoil
Indonesia: Stop the destruction of Papua’s Marind forest!
Indonesia’s government is implementing a state-run sugar and ethanol program in southern Papua under military protection. Two million hectares of rainforest and Indigenous land are at risk – a signifi...
www.rainforest-rescue.org
December 2, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Indonesia in #WestPapua:
Nothing screams “modern development” like fucking up forests and fucking off the people who actually live there.
Nothing screams “modern development” like fucking up forests and fucking off the people who actually live there.
Since mid-2024, shiploads of excavators have been quietly invading South #WestPapua — not as aid, but as executioners.
They tear into one of the last primeval forests on Earth, shredding tree kangaroos, birds of paradise… #deforestation #palmoil
They tear into one of the last primeval forests on Earth, shredding tree kangaroos, birds of paradise… #deforestation #palmoil
Indonesia: Stop the destruction of Papua’s Marind forest!
Indonesia’s government is implementing a state-run sugar and ethanol program in southern Papua under military protection. Two million hectares of rainforest and Indigenous land are at risk – a signifi...
www.rainforest-rescue.org
December 2, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Since mid-2024, shiploads of excavators have been quietly invading South #WestPapua — not as aid, but as executioners.
They tear into one of the last primeval forests on Earth, shredding tree kangaroos, birds of paradise… #deforestation #palmoil
They tear into one of the last primeval forests on Earth, shredding tree kangaroos, birds of paradise… #deforestation #palmoil
December 2, 2025 at 8:41 PM