Prabowo Condemns Attack in Lebanon, Three Indonesian Peacekeepers Killed

JAKARTA, KONTAK BANTEN — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has strongly condemned the attack that killed three Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) personnel serving in a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.

In an official statement on Sunday (April 5, 2026), Prabowo described the incident as a “heinous act” that undermines global peace efforts and violates humanitarian values.

“We, as a nation, strongly condemn any cruel act that disrupts peace and results in the loss of our nation’s finest soldiers,” Prabowo said.

Three Soldiers Killed, Eight Injured

The fallen soldiers were identified as Major (Posthumous) Zulmi Aditya Iskandar, Sergeant (Posthumous) Muhammad Nur Ichwan, and Corporal (Posthumous) Farizal Rhomadon.

In addition to the fatalities, eight other Indonesian peacekeepers were reported injured following a series of attacks over the past week in the mission area.

President Prabowo emphasized that the state will honor the fallen soldiers and ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten.

“The nation will always be present to honor their service and uphold the dignity of our soldiers,” he stated.

Call to Uphold Peace

Prabowo also called on all Indonesians to continue the spirit and commitment of the fallen soldiers in maintaining peace and unity.

“Let us carry forward their spirit to preserve peace and never allow any force to divide our unity and harmony,” he added.

State Honors at Soekarno-Hatta Airport

On Saturday (April 4, 2026), President Prabowo personally attended the state repatriation ceremony at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, where he paid his final respects to the fallen soldiers. The coffins, draped in the Indonesian red-and-white flag, were received with full military honors.

Indonesia Urges UN Investigation

Meanwhile, Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono confirmed that the government has formally requested the Perserikatan Bangsa-Bangsa Security Council to convene an emergency meeting.

“We strongly condemn the attack on peacekeepers and demand a thorough investigation,” Sugiono said.

He stressed that peacekeeping forces are mandated to maintain stability, not to engage in combat, and therefore must be fully protected under international protocols.

Indonesia has also urged the United Nations to evaluate and strengthen safety measures for peacekeeping personnel, particularly those deployed in high-risk conflict zones like Lebanon.

Push for Stronger Protection Measures

The incident has once again highlighted the dangers faced by peacekeepers in volatile regions. The Indonesian government reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety of its personnel and called for improved international mechanisms to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

The move is seen as part of Indonesia’s broader effort to uphold justice, protect its troops abroad, and maintain its credibility in global peacekeeping missions.