The Iranian Ambassador to Indonesia, Mohammad Boroujerdi, has unequivocally condemned Israel’s recent attack on Lebanon, which tragically resulted in the deaths of Indonesian soldiers serving on a vital peacekeeping mission. This forceful denunciation was issued following a meeting between Ambassador Boroujerdi and Solo Mayor Respati Ardi at Solo City Hall on Wednesday, April 1.
Ambassador Boroujerdi expressed profound disapproval, stating, “They even targeted parties or soldiers who were prepared to maintain peace. This is certainly something that must be condemned.” He underscored that such an act constitutes a severe violation of international rules and humanitarian norms, emphasizing its unacceptable nature on the global stage.
Further highlighting the gravity of the situation, the Ambassador confirmed that the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran had already utilized its official social media channels to vocally condemn the strike that led to the tragic loss of Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) personnel during their peacekeeping mission in Lebanon. “We have strongly condemned the killings that occurred, which caused members of the Indonesian national army to achieve the level of martyrdom in Lebanon,” Boroujerdi declared, underscoring the embassy’s unwavering stance.
In a gesture of solidarity and deep compassion, Boroujerdi also extended his heartfelt empathy and condolences to the Indonesian government and its people following the devastating incident. He stressed that all parties involved in any conflict “should adhere to international regulations, centers, bodies, and parties tasked with maintaining peace,” asserting that the attack flagrantly contravened international ethics and norms.
Concluding his remarks, Ambassador Boroujerdi issued an earnest appeal, inviting all Indonesian citizens, the Indonesian government, and notably, Solo Mayor Respati Ardi, to unite in a powerful campaign against war. He urged for a collective voice to proclaim that “killing innocent people is wrong, and war is something we must reject,” advocating for peace and humanitarian principles.
The attacks in Lebanon tragically claimed the lives of three Indonesian Peacekeeping Forces soldiers across two distinct locations. The first tragic incident occurred in Adchit Al Qusayr on Sunday, March 29, resulting in the death of Head Private Farizal Rhomadhon and injuring two other soldiers. A subsequent incident near Bani Hayyan on Monday, March 30, led to the fatalities of Infantry Captain Zulmi Aditya Iskandar and Sergeant Muhammad Nur Ichwan, marking a somber moment for Indonesia’s commitment to global peace.
Summary
The Iranian Ambassador to Indonesia, Mohammad Boroujerdi, strongly condemned Israel’s recent attack on Lebanon, which tragically resulted in the deaths of Indonesian peacekeeping soldiers. He described the act as a severe and unacceptable violation of international rules and humanitarian norms, especially as it targeted those maintaining peace. The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran had already used its social media to vocally condemn the strike and offered heartfelt condolences to the Indonesian government and people.
Ambassador Boroujerdi appealed to all Indonesian citizens, the government, and Solo Mayor Respati Ardi to unite in rejecting war and the killing of innocent people, advocating for peace. The attacks in Lebanon tragically claimed the lives of three Indonesian Peacekeeping Forces soldiers in two separate incidents on March 29 and March 30.