In Papua New Guinea's highlands, a tragic discovery of sixty-four bodies underscores the ongoing strife between rival tribes. Armed clashes, fueled by long standing grievances, persist despite government efforts. With civilians caught in the crossfire, calls for intervention grow louder, highlighting the urgent need for lasting peace in the region.
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00:00 In a tragic development, 64 bodies bearing the scars of violence have been discovered
00:09 in Papua New Guinea's highlands, highlighting the ongoing turmoil between the rival tribes.
00:16 According to media reports, the Assistant Commissioner of Police has revealed that the
00:19 grisly find followed what appears to be a harrowing ambush during the early hours of
00:24 Sunday.
00:25 The incident, shrouded in darkness and despair, unfolded near Wabak, a town located 600 km
00:32 northwest of the capital, Port Moresby.
00:36 The graphic and image videos sent to the police portrayed the aftermath of the stark brutality.
00:41 Stripped bodies stained with blood, strewn along with roadside, compiled onto flatbed
00:46 trucks serving as haunting reminders of the carnage.
00:50 However, the videos and images have not been made public yet.
00:55 This latest eruption of violence is believed to stem from a long-standing conflict between
01:00 Sikhin, Ambulin and Kaikin tribes, further exacerbating the deep-seated tensions that
01:05 have plagued the region for generations.
01:08 In Papua New Guinea's highlands, clashes between the clans have been an unfortunate reality
01:13 for centuries.
01:14 However, the proliferation of sophisticated weaponry in recent years has transformed these
01:18 skirmishes into increasingly deadly encounters, perpetrating a vicious cycle of bloodshed.
01:26 Reports indicate that the assailants were armed with terrifying array of weapons ranging
01:30 from rifles like the SLR AK-47 to even pump-action shotguns and even homemade firearms.
01:37 Even as the authorities grapple with the aftermath, reports suggest that the conflict continues
01:41 to rage on in remote rural areas nearby, underscoring the entrenched nature of the violence.
01:48 In face of such challenges, civilians, including the most vulnerable pregnant women and children,
01:53 find themselves caught in the crossfire bearing the brunt of this senseless brutality.
01:58 The grim reality is that the cycle of violence shows no signs of abating, fueled by long-standing
02:05 grievances, draining resources and deepening tribal rivalries.
02:09 As the nation grapples with this tragedy, calls for more robust intervention grow louder,
02:15 with demands for increased police presence and decisive actions from the government.
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