In pictures: Indonesia targets Aceh

1 of 7 The Indonesian government has launched a massive offensive against separatist rebels in Aceh

2 of 7 Military patrols in Samalanga in Aceh province signalled a breakdown of peace talks

3 of 7 Local people are said to be scared of the Indonesian military's violent reputation

4 of 7 Jakarta's elite police force have carried out drills as security operations are tightened

5 of 7 Indonesian President Megawati Sukarnoputri signed a decree authorising war against the rebels and imposing martial law

6 of 7 Aceh rebel leader Malik Mahmud said the rebels were ready for war

7 of 7 Aceh's refugee population is expected to swell