Indonesia Strongly Condemns Israeli Attack in Southern Lebanon as Serious Violation
Jakarta — The Indonesian Government has strongly condemned Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon for violating humanitarian rules agreed upon by the international community.
“The Government of the Republic of Indonesia strongly condemns the Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon,” stated Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry (Kemlu) on its official website, as reported on Sunday, 15 March 2026.
According to the official Kemlu statement, the attacks are characterised as “serious violations” of international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701 (2006).
“Indonesia calls upon all parties to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Lebanon,” the Foreign Ministry statement read.
“Indonesia emphasises the responsibility of all parties under international law to ensure the safety and security of UN personnel and property,” it continued.
“The safety and security of peacekeeping personnel remains a top priority in the current situation,” the ministry noted.
The Government also expressed appreciation for the integrity, professionalism, and dedication of the Garuda Contingent serving with UNIFIL in carrying out its mandate to maintain stability and peace in southern Lebanon.
“(Indonesia) hopes that all members of the Garuda Contingent will be provided security in carrying out their duties,” the statement concluded.
The attack killed two academics: Hussein Bazzi, dean of the Faculty of Science, and Professor Mortada Srour. According to Al Awsat reports, the university was located in an area that Israel had warned should be evacuated the previous week.
It remains unclear whether the campus was directly targeted, though smoke was seen rising near the building following the attack.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the bombing, characterising the Israeli attack as a crime and a violation of international law and norms that prohibit attacks on educational institutions and civilians.
According to Syria’s SANA news agency, Aoun stated that the attack represents a new phase in targeting civilians, whether in villages and cities, or in their workplaces and educational institutions.