Indonesian TNI Soldier Killed in Attack in Lebanon, UN Reacts Strongly

An Indonesian TNI soldier who was part of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeeping contingent was killed in an attack amid escalating conflict in southern Lebanon. The artillery strike also caused another TNI member to suffer serious injuries. “I strongly condemn the incident on Sunday that killed an Indonesian peacekeeper from @UNIFIL_ amid the hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. Another Indonesian peacekeeper was seriously injured in the same incident,” stated UN Secretary-General António Guterres on his X account on Monday (30 March 2026). Guterres expressed deep condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased peacekeeper, as well as to Indonesia. He also wished for the injured peacekeeper to recover fully as soon as possible. “This is just one of several recent incidents that have endangered the safety and security of peacekeepers,” he said. He called on all parties to uphold their obligations under international law and to ensure the safety and security of UN personnel and property. Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu) revealed that the attack occurred on Sunday (29 March), when the Indonesian UNIFIL contingent’s position was near the Adchit Al Qusayr area. “Following indirect artillery fire around the Indonesian UNIFIL contingent’s position near Adchit Al Qusayr on 29 March 2026, amid reports of hostilities between the Israeli military and armed groups in southern Lebanon,” Kemlu stated on its @Kemlu_RI account. In the incident, one Indonesian peacekeeper died and three others were injured. Indonesia strongly condemned the attack and urged a thorough and transparent investigation to be conducted. Kemlu also extended the highest respects to the fallen peacekeeper for his dedication and service to international peace and security.