During the campaign, TNI forces launched numerous attacks on these villages, resulting in the destruction of several communities and widespread displacement of the local population.

[1] In response to this attack, the Indonesian military launched "Operation Sadar," a campaign aimed at crushing the OPM guerrilla movement in the Manokwari and Sorong regions.

The operation was deemed a success, resulting in the death of 36 OPM fighters, while the remaining rebels were forced to retreat, many of them suffering severe injuries.

[4] Following the major attacks in Sorong, the Indonesian military intensified its efforts through intelligence operations to gather critical information about the OPM’s plans, strategies, and organizational structure.

This marked a decisive shift in strategy, with the Indonesian forces striving to crush the OPM's resistance and bring the area fully under government control.