#PapuanLivesMatter: Seven men face up to 17 years behind bars for anti-racism rallies in Indonesia

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An Indonesian court is set to deliver its verdict in a high-profile trial of seven West Papuan men charged with treason over anti-racism rallies in Indonesia last year.

Dozens of Papuans were arrested and humans rights observers say 46 still remain behind bars.

Agus Kossay and Stevanus Itlay from activist group the National Committee of West Papua both face potential sentences up to 15 years in jail. While two other students, Irwanus Uropmabin and Hengki Hilapok, face up to five years in prison for allegedly helping Mr Gobai to rent a truck and sound system for the protests.

 

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