Indonesia announced plans to deploy up to 8,000 troops to Gaza as part of a multinational peacekeeping and reconstruction force supporting the Trump administration's ceasefire framework. The initiative, revealed on February 10, follows recent agreements to end hostilities, with Jakarta positioning itself as a key neutral player in the region.
Officials stated the troops would focus on securing aid corridors, rebuilding infrastructure, and monitoring disarmament phases, without engaging in combat roles. Indonesia's Foreign Ministry emphasized the mission's humanitarian focus, drawing on the country's experience in UN peacekeeping operations worldwide. President Prabowo Subianto highlighted the deployment as a step toward lasting stability, pending final UN and US approvals.
The proposal aligns with broader international efforts post-ceasefire, including US-led talks involving Arab states. Indonesian military sources confirmed training has accelerated, with logistics for rapid deployment if greenlit. Critics in Jakarta worry about risks to personnel, while supporters praise the move as elevating Indonesia's global stature. Syrian and regional actors welcomed the neutral Muslim-majority contribution, though Israel expressed reservations over operational command.
