Murder in Papua and 'Special Forces at Work'

If some members of the Kopassus were involved in the murder of Theys Hiyo Eluay, why aren't they just handed over to the proper authorities?

January 22, 2002

Asoldier is a chivalrous person, especially if he is a member of the Army's special elite corps (Kopassus). It is not easy to join this corps. One has to go through a difficult selection process before finally wearing the red beret, symbol of pride of every Kopassus member. One has to be not only physically skilled but also intelligent and morally excellent. In the past, these select soldiers won praises from the people.

Lately, however, Kopassus

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