Summary
Indonesia plans to send 1,000 troops to Gaza as part of an international effort called the International Stabilization Force (ISF), organized by the Board of Peace under President Donald Trump. Some Indonesians are concerned about the role their troops will play, fearing that they might support Israel's actions in Gaza. Indonesia has been a strong supporter of Palestine and does not have diplomatic ties with Israel.
Key Facts
- Indonesia will send 1,000 soldiers to Gaza, starting in April, as the first group of 8,000 troops pledged.
- This deployment is part of an International Stabilization Force under President Trump's Board of Peace.
- Some Indonesians worry the mission might support Israel's control over Palestine.
- Indonesia does not have formal diplomatic relations with Israel due to its support for Palestine.
- The mission is not under United Nations oversight, raising concerns about strategic objectives.
- Indonesia was the first member of the Board of Peace to commit troops to the force.
- The country is noted for its large Muslim population and longstanding support for an independent Palestinian state.
- Other countries involved in the Board of Peace include Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, the UAE, and Pakistan.
