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After 1958, when the Soviets extended massive military aid to Indonesia, U.S. officials began funneling smaller amounts of support to the Indonesian army, which the Joint Chiefs of Staff described as β€œthe only non-communist force in Indonesia with the capability of obstructing the progress of the PKI toward domination of the country.”
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After 1958, the US began aiding the Indonesian army due to Soviet aid, seeing them as the only force against the PKI.
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US Joint Chiefs of Staff
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December 5, 2025 at 4:49 PM (4 months ago)
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December 5, 2025 at 4:49 PM (4 months ago)

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