At least three civilians have been killed after Indonesian security forces clashed with separatists in the West Papuan town of Ilaga.
Four people have been injured in the shootout, officials said, adding that the military and police will conduct a joint investigation into the incident.
According to authorities, Papuan fighters attacked security forces on Thursday.
It comes after additional security forces were deployed in Papua since protests began in August over alleged racial profiling.
Russia tests nuclear-capable Poseidon super torpedo
President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russia had successfully tested a Poseidon nuclear-powered super torpedo that military analysts say is capable of devastating coastal regions by triggering vast radioactive ocean swells.
Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba hours after devastating Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa slammed into Cuba early on Wednesday, hours after causing devastation in neighbouring Jamaica as the strongest-ever storm on record to hit that Caribbean island nation.
Trump says Gaza ceasefire holds, Israel has right to hit back if attacked
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that a US-backed ceasefire in Gaza was not at risk after Israel launched airstrikes in the enclave, which killed 26 people in response to the killing of an Israeli soldier.
South Korea welcomes Trump with its highest award, a golden crown and ketchup
South Korea welcomed US President Donald Trump on Wednesday with a replica gold crown and awarded him with the "Grand Order of Mugunghwa", the country's highest decoration, the presidential office said.
The UAE has airlifted 57 patients from the Gaza Strip, along with their family members.
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) meets in Abu Dhabi later this week for its 30th Council session.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Prime Minister and Vice-President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled a body that will streamline volunteering activities in the UAE and promote "kindness and giving" in the community.
