Iran Attacked by Israel and the US: Expert Reveals 4 Steps Indonesia Could Take
JAKARTA – The Middle East has been in turmoil since Saturday, 28 February 2026, when Israel launched unprovoked airstrikes against Tehran and several locations across Iranian territory. Shortly thereafter, Washington confirmed American involvement in supporting the military action against the Islamic Republic.
Professor Hikmahanto Juwana, an international law expert from the University of Indonesia (UI), believes that this regional upheaval could impact many nations, including Indonesia. He warns that the consequences could be considerably more severe should other nations become involved.
For now, Hikmahanto noted, the global economy will undoubtedly be affected. Particularly concerning is Iran’s declaration of closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which will disrupt 20 per cent of the world’s oil supply.
“The impact includes a slowdown in the global economy due to rising oil prices, whilst business operators are plagued by uncertainty and disruption to supply chains. This will have consequences for Indonesia’s national economy,” Hikmahanto told Republika on Sunday, 1 March 2026.
He has urged the Indonesian government to take several steps to help reduce the escalation of the conflict.
First, according to Hikmahanto, the Indonesian government needs to condemn Israel’s attack which initiated this war. The action by the Zionist entity clearly violates Article 2, Paragraph 4 of the UN Charter, which requires states to refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state.
“Second, Indonesia should request that the United States exercise restraint in its involvement in Israeli attacks,” he said.
Shortly after news emerged of the Israeli-American strikes on Iran, the UN Security Council held an emergency meeting on Saturday, 28 February 2026. According to Hikmahanto, the Indonesian government can prepare a draft General Assembly resolution to condemn Israel’s actions.
Beyond the UN, he continued, the Indonesian government could also play a role in the Board of Peace or BoP (Board of Peace). Although this body was initiated by US President Donald Trump, Indonesia continues to have a voice within it.
“Indonesia should ask BoP Chairman Donald Trump to take immediate action and convene an emergency BoP meeting to discuss halting the attacks,” Hikmahanto said.