GSF Volunteer Heru's Condition Improves, Discharge Scheduled Tonight

Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) 2.0 volunteer Rahendro Heru Bowo is set to be discharged from Premier Jatinegara Hospital in East Jakarta after his condition improved. He had previously undergone intensive observation upon his return to Indonesia. GPCI Media Coordinator Harfin Naqsyabandy stated that Heru is scheduled for discharge on Tuesday (26 May 2026) evening. ‘Heru is leaving tonight,’ Harfin told Republika. When asked about Heru’s condition, Harfin said it had improved. However, he stated that detailed medical updates are solely the responsibility of the treating medical team, including reports of blood in his urine. Heru has been under intensive observation at Premier Jatinegara Hospital in East Jakarta since Monday (25 May 2026). His family said he experienced multiple health issues requiring immediate medical attention upon his return to Indonesia. Heru’s brother, Saldy Sasmita, said his sibling was taken to the emergency department (IGD) upon arrival in Jakarta. Doctors conducted a series of tests to determine Heru’s condition. Saldy explained that blood samples were taken at the emergency department for further tests, but the family has not yet received the complete medical results. ‘Blood was taken immediately at the emergency department. He had many complaints,’ Saldy said. Regarding treatment costs and other technical arrangements, Saldy said he was unaware of the details, adding that GPCI, which accompanied Heru’s return to Indonesia, was handling these matters. Heru claimed to have suffered physical violence on various parts of his body while detained by Israeli soldiers on a ship for two days and three nights. He said he and other volunteers faced both physical and psychological pressure. He said volunteers were frequently thrown stun grenades during transfers between locations. Heru described the loud explosions as causing significant psychological stress. Additionally, detainees were forced to keep their heads down during transfers. Heru stated that any attempt to lift the head resulted in physical assault. ‘We had to keep our heads down. Not even a slight lift was allowed. If we raised our heads, we were kicked and punched,’ he said. Heru also claimed to have seen a special booth he described as an execution chamber or punishment room. He said he fell and was trampled by Israeli soldiers, and received electric shocks to various parts of his body.