Four Days in Dili - East Timor
Synopsis
Five people were killed when government forces opened fire during clashes in Dili, East Timor, amid rising tensions following the sacking of soldiers.
Synopsis
Alfredo Reinaldo, a rebel leader, stands on a ridge overlooking Dili as tensions escalate in East Timor. On April 24, 2006, nearly 600 former soldiers march in protest after Prime Minister Mari Alkatiri dismisses a third of the army. Violence erupts when government forces clash with rebel supporters, resulting in multiple casualties. Journalist David O'Shea captures the chaos and the urgent calls for peace as foreign troops prepare to intervene in a country on the brink of collapse.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet rebel commander Alfredo Ronaldo in a tense interview.
- See the aftermath of a violent rampage by Lonu youths.
- Find out why Australian peacekeepers returned to Dili.
Did You Know
- On April 24, 2007, nearly 600 former soldiers marched in Dili.
- The Prime Minister sacked nearly a third of the armed forces in response to the strike.
- Government forces killed five people during confrontations on April 28, 2007.
- Rebel soldiers claim that 60 people were killed, but this has not been investigated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What sparked the political crisis in East Timor?
The political crisis was sparked by nearly 600 former soldiers from the lonu people marching on Dili on April 24, 2006, after going on strike due to complaints of discrimination in the Army.
How many people were reportedly killed during the unrest in Dili?
The rebel soldiers claim that 60 people were killed during the unrest, but this has yet to be investigated.
Who is Alfredo Ronaldo and what was his stance during the conflict?
Alfredo Ronaldo was a rebel commander who stated that he was in the hills to defend himself and hoped for a peaceful resolution to the split in the armed forces.
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