The West Papua Liberation Army says it will meet Indonesian military and police on the battlefield.
West Papua Liberation Army at the issuance of a declaration of war against Indonesian security forces. Photo: Supplied
The separatist group on Tuesday claimed responsiblity for the killings of at least 24 Indonesian construction workers in Papua.
In a statement on Wednesday, Liberation Army regional commander, Egianus Kogoya, reiterated claims the workers were soldiers disguised as civilians.
He said military and police should engage the group in a "gentlemanly" manner and not attack Papuan civilians.
Indonesia Army Special Forces soldiers (Kopassus) perform a quick attack during a simulated hostage bus hijacking drill in their headquarters complex in Kandang Menjangan, Sukoharjo, Central Java, Indonesia, on Monday, September 16, 2013. Photo: AFP / EyePress
