Maluku Sovereignty Front
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The Maluku Sovereignty Front (FKM) is a secessionist movement on Ambon Island
, ostensibly aiming to restore the Republic of the South Moluccas (RMS). They have been monitored by the Indonesian military
for stockpiling weapons and flying the RMS flag in public places. Official sources claim that the group first emerged in January 1999.
Ambon Island
Ambon Island is part of the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. The island has an area of , and is mountainous, well watered, and fertile. Ambon Island consists of 2 territories: The main city and seaport is Ambon , which is also the capital of Maluku province and Maluku Tengah Ambon Island is part of the...
, ostensibly aiming to restore the Republic of the South Moluccas (RMS). They have been monitored by the Indonesian military
Military of Indonesia
The Indonesian National Armed Forces in 2009 comprises approximately 432,129 personnel including the Army , Navy including the Indonesian Marine Corps and the Air Force ....
for stockpiling weapons and flying the RMS flag in public places. Official sources claim that the group first emerged in January 1999.