In December 1950 , Buru was brought under the control of Indonesian troops and proclaimed part of the Republic of Indonesia .
After unsuccessful attempts to absorb the RMS through negotiations , the Republic of Indonesia initiated a six - month military conflict in July 1950 .
In December 1950 , Buru was brought under the control of Republic of Indonesia troops and proclaimed part of the Republic of Indonesia .
After unsuccessful attempts to absorb the RMS through negotiations , the Republic of Indonesia initiated a six - month military conflict in July 1950 .