Repeated Attacks on Indonesian Peacekeeping Forces, Indonesian Government Writes to UN Security Council President
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - The Indonesian government has sent a letter to the President of the UN Security Council and the UN Secretary-General following repeated attacks on Indonesian peacekeepers.
Acting Director for International Security and Peace at the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Veronica Vicka Ancilla Rompis, stated that diplomatic efforts have also been undertaken through Indonesia’s Permanent Representative in New York, including meetings with the UN Secretary-General and the Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations on 30 March 2026.
“In writing, the Indonesian government has also sent a letter to the UN Security Council President and the UN Secretary-General (containing) a strong condemnation of the repeated attacks on Indonesian peacekeepers,” said Veronica during a press conference at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs office in Central Jakarta on Wednesday (7/4/2026).
“The government requests a comprehensive investigation and demands accountability and justice for all attacks on UNIFIL Indonesian personnel,” she emphasised.
In addition, the government is urging the UN Security Council to de-escalate tensions among various parties, including from the Israeli side, to prevent a broader open conflict.
“We urge the UN Security Council and the UN Secretary-General to de-escalate tensions and ensure that the decisions of the involved parties, including Israel, adhere to Resolution 1701 or the ceasefire and the UN Charter,” she stated.
The government has noted the results of the investigation and requests that the UN complete the investigation thoroughly.
“We urge all relevant parties to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators, as well as ensure accountability for the crimes committed against peacekeeping personnel,” she emphasised.
Vero stated that if the full investigation confirms the findings from this initial investigation, the government strongly condemns Israel for actions that resulted in the deaths and injuries of TNI soldiers.
Based on the initial investigation, one soldier was killed by an Israeli military tank projectile, while two others died due to an improvised explosive device (IED) blast, most likely planted by Hezbollah militants.