Number: RS20360
Title: East Timor: Humanitarian Emergency and International Assistance
Authors: Lois B. McHugh, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: Following a vote for independence from Indonesia on August 30, violence and property destruction by anti-independence militias forced a reported 350,000 East Timorese from their homes. Failure by the Indonesian military to contain the violence finally forced the Indonesian government to allow international intervention. Humanitarian programs are still evolving, and humanitarian needs are still being assessed. This report provides background on the crisis, looks at the assistance needs, and the U.S. response.
Pages: 3
Date: November 5, 1999