Australia is urgently seeking clarification from Indonesia following reports that Russia may be attempting to gain access to a military base in Indonesia's Papua province. The base's proximity—just 1300 to 1400 kilometers from Darwin—has raised national security concerns in Canberra. While Indonesia has denied the claims, the report from defense outlet Janes suggests Russia is interested in stationing long-range aircraft in the region. The potential move is seen as destabilizing and could signal a shift in regional military dynamics. Australia is closely monitoring the situation amid growing ties between Moscow and Jakarta.
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