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        "msgid": "megawati-mourns-death-of-ryamizard-ryacudu-statesman-soldier-1780277820",
        "date": "2026-05-31 21:52:10",
        "title": "Megawati Mourns Death of Ryamizard Ryacudu: Statesman-Soldier",
        "author": "",
        "source": "VIVA",
        "tags": "berita",
        "topic": "Politics",
        "summary": "Former Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri has paid tribute to former Defence Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu, praising his unwavering dedication to the nation and his pivotal role during crises such as the Aceh disaster. She highlighted his swift action in deploying military engineers to build a Bailey bridge, restoring access to affected communities. Megawati described him as a true statesman-soldier whose lifelong loyalty and principles exemplified patriotism.",
        "content": "<p>Former Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri expressed deep\ncondolences over the death of former Defence Minister General TNI\n(Retired) Ryamizard Ryacudu today, Sunday, 31 May 2026.<\/p>\n<p>She described Ryamizard as a dedicated soldier and loyal friend\nalways ready to assist in various circumstances.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI extend my deepest condolences on the passing of Mr Ryamizard\nRyacudu. May he find the best place with Almighty God, and may his\nbereaved family be granted strength and resilience,\u201d Megawati stated on\nSunday, 31 May 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Megawati recalled Ryamizard Ryacudu serving as Army Chief of Staff\nduring her presidency.<\/p>\n<p>On various occasions, Ryamizard demonstrated firm, disciplined\nleadership and consistently prioritised the interests of the people and\nthe nation.<\/p>\n<p>Megawati noted Ryamizard\u2019s continued dedication even after her\npresidency. One poignant memory was during the Aceh disaster\nresponse.<\/p>\n<p>After personally assessing the disaster-affected communities,\nMegawati identified an urgent need for a Bailey bridge to reconnect\nsevered areas.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI still recall returning from Aceh and seeing the urgent need for a\nBailey bridge. I immediately called Mr Ryamizard, who swiftly deployed\nthe Engineering Battalion to erect the temporary bridge, restoring\npublic access,\u201d Megawati recounted.<\/p>\n<p>To Megawati, this swift action exemplified Ryamizard\u2019s character as a\ntrue soldier always present for the people, never hesitating to assist\nduring national crises. Ryamizard Ryacudu was a statesman-soldier whose\nlifelong loyalty to the nation and country was unwavering.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMr Ryamizard was a statesman-soldier. He remained steadfast in his\nprinciples, displayed high dedication, and showed unwavering commitment\nto the nation. His life and service embodied the essence of a true\npatriot,\u201d Megawati said.<\/p>\n<p>These memories and Ryamizard\u2019s attentiveness left a lasting\nimpression on Megawati, who bid farewell to her long-time friend.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/megawati-mourns-death-of-ryamizard-ryacudu-statesman-soldier-1780277820",
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