Timor-Leste
October 1999
The Indonesian parliament recognised the referendum. The UN Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) was established.
September 1999
Anti-independence violence increased. The Council authorised the deployment of an international force.
August 1999
The referendum took place, showing 78 percent support for independence.
May 1999
Indonesia and Portugal agreed on modalities for a referendum under UN auspices. Anti-independence violence erupted.
January 1999
Indonesia decided to carry out a referendum concerning independence for Timor-Leste.
1975-1979
The Indonesian occupation was marked by a bloody repression against civilians and armed resistance.
December 1975
Indonesia occupied Timor-Leste.
November 1975
The Revolutionary Front for an Independent East Timor (FRETILIN) declared Timor-Leste independent.
