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When did Indonesian invasion of East Timor happen?

Indonesian invasion of East Timor happened in 1975-12.


In 1975 how did East Timor become part of Indonesia?

In 1975, East Timor became part of Indonesia following a brief period of independence after Portugal decolonized the territory. The political instability in East Timor led to a power struggle between factions, primarily between the pro-independence Fretilin and pro-integration groups. Indonesia, fearing the establishment of a socialist regime in East Timor, launched a military invasion in December 1975, which resulted in the territory being annexed as Indonesia's 27th province in 1976, despite widespread international condemnation. The annexation was marked by significant violence and human rights abuses.


What country borders east timor?

East Timor is a country in Southeast Asia, which was occupied by Indonesia from 1975 to 2002, after it declared independence from Portugal. It has since changed it's official name to Timor-Leste.


East Timor was once a part of what country?

Portugal. East Timor was known as Portuguese Timor since it's colonisation by the Dutch in the 16 century. It was 'decolonised' in 1975 after a revolution in Portugal in 1974. Independence was unilaterally declared (ahead of planned elections) by FRETILIN on 28 November 1975, after an 'alleged' civil war between UDT and FRETILIN. The reality was, the hastened process of declaring themselves an independent country was an attempt to avoid a planned invasion of East Timor by Indonesia, it was thought that The UN would 'protect' the status of that newly formed 'independent state'. In December 1975, the independent country of East Timor was invaded and colonised by Indonesia, the UN declared it an illegal act, but nothing was done to help by any other country. The country remained under the yolk of Indonesian control for almost 25 years, until a belated UN sponsored 'ballot' in 1999. This was to finally decide the status of 'Timor Timur' (the Indonesian name for Timor 'east'), it was thought by Indonesia that this would formally integrate East Timor as the 27th province of Indonesia. They were so very wrong, the overwhelming majority of the population of East Timor did NOT vote for integration, they finally got to have their say, and voted for independence.


Was Indonesia a Portuguese colony?

No. But East Timor was colonized by Portugal in the 16th century, and was known as Portuguese Timor until Portugal's decolonization of the country. In late 1975, East Timor declared its independence, but later that year was invaded and occupied by Indonesia and was declared Indonesia's 27th province the following year. In 1999, following the United Nations-sponsored act of self-determination, Indonesia relinquished control of the territory and East Timor became the first new sovereign state of the 21st century on May 20, 2002.


What country formerly controlled East Timor?

Portugal formerly controlled East Timor until it declared independence in 1975. After a brief period of independence, Indonesia invaded and occupied East Timor until its independence was finally restored in 2002.


When did East Timor obtain its independence from its colonists?

East Timor (or Timor-Leste) declared its independence in 1975, but was occupied by Indonesia until 1999, and Timor-Leste became a fully independent nation on May 20, 2002.


Who was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2011?

Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2011. Gusmão became the 4th Prime Minister of East Timor on 2007 August 8.After Indonesia invaded East Timor in 1975, Gusmão became a rebel leader. He was eventually captured and sentenced by Indonesia in 1992, but gained freedom 7 years later. After East Timor's independence, he became its first president, serving from 2002 May 20 to 2007 May 20. He became the Prime Minister of East Timor 3 months after his presidency.


Who was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2010?

Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2010. Gusmão became the 4th Prime Minister of East Timor on 2007 August 8.After Indonesia invaded East Timor in 1975, Gusmão became a rebel leader. He was eventually captured and sentenced by Indonesia in 1992, but gained freedom 7 years later. After East Timor's independence, he became its first president, serving from 2002 May 20 to 2007 May 20. He became the Prime Minister of East Timor 3 months after his presidency.


Who was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2009?

Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2009. Gusmão became the 4th Prime Minister of East Timor on 2007 August 8.After Indonesia invaded East Timor in 1975, Gusmão became a rebel leader. He was eventually captured and sentenced by Indonesia in 1992, but gained freedom 7 years later. After East Timor's independence, he became its first president, serving from 2002 May 20 to 2007 May 20. He became the Prime Minister of East Timor 3 months after his presidency.


Who was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2008?

Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2008. Gusmão became the 4th Prime Minister of East Timor on 2007 August 8.After Indonesia invaded East Timor in 1975, Gusmão became a rebel leader. He was eventually captured and sentenced by Indonesia in 1992, but gained freedom 7 years later. After East Timor's independence, he became its first president, serving from 2002 May 20 to 2007 May 20. He became the Prime Minister of East Timor 3 months after his presidency.


Who was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2012?

Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão was the Prime Minister of East Timor in 2012. Gusmão became the 4th Prime Minister of East Timor on 2007 August 8.After Indonesia invaded East Timor in 1975, Gusmão became a rebel leader. He was eventually captured and sentenced by Indonesia in 1992, but gained freedom 7 years later. After East Timor's independence, he became its first president, serving from 2002 May 20 to 2007 May 20. He became the Prime Minister of East Timor 3 months after his presidency.