Indonesian Army Prepares to Deploy Troops to Gaza as Part of International Peace Mission
The Indonesian army has announced that it has begun preparations for the possible deployment of its troops to the Gaza Strip, as part of an international peace mission linked to a plan unveiled by US President Donald Trump to end the war in Gaza.
According to international media reports, this initiative is being pursued under the title “International Peace Council Mission,” with the directive for troop readiness issued by the President of Indonesia. The plan aims to have foreign forces assist in managing security after the conflict, though operational details remain unclear.
Maruli Simanjuntak, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army, stated that training for troops who may participate in the peacekeeping mission in Gaza has commenced. He noted that the training includes mechanized units and medical personnel, with the current focus on equipping and preparing the troops.
The Chief of Staff added that the exact number of soldiers and the timing of their deployment have not yet been determined. However, he explained that a typical military brigade consists of five to eight thousand soldiers. He emphasized that the final decision will depend on political developments and international agreements.
Meanwhile, Israeli sources have previously reported that an area in southern Gaza, between Rafah and Khan Yunis, has been designated for the potential deployment of Indonesian forces. This has prompted reactions and questions regarding the future role of foreign troops in Gaza.
At the same time, it has been announced that the President of Indonesia is scheduled to travel to Washington to participate in a peace council meeting chaired by Donald Trump. Earlier, Indonesian authorities had stated that their country is prepared to send up to twenty thousand soldiers to Gaza if conditions permit.
