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Indonesian soldiers in the Aceh province. Credit: Reuters
Indonesian soldiers in the Aceh province. Credit: Reuters
Indonesian troops, which are planned for a potential deployment to Gaza as part of a planned International Stabilization Force, will remain under Jakarta’s command, avoid combat, and will be withdrawn if the mission deviates, authorities said on Saturday.
In a written statement, the Foreign Ministry said Indonesia’s participation would remain under national command and be carried out in line with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, international law, and the country’s non-aligned foreign policy.
Indonesian Army Chief of Staff General Maruli Simanjuntak said the country could send between 5,000 and 8,000 personnel, though negotiations are ongoing and no final decision has been made. Preparations, including training, have begun, but a deployment timeline has not been confirmed.
“Indonesian personnel will not be involved in combat operations or any actions leading to direct confrontation with any armed parties,” the ministry said.
The government added that force may be used only for self-defence or to maintain the mission mandate and only as a last resort. Jakarta also stressed that any deployment would require the consent of the Palestinian Authority and reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Indonesia said it would withdraw its troops if the mission deviates from national operational conditions, while pledging to oppose any forced displacement or demographic changes affecting Palestinians.