Speaking to reporters in Jakarta on Monday, Commission I Chair Utut Adianto said the meeting is intended to clarify the government’s stance and planned response to the escalating tensions in the Middle East.
“We are facing a complicated situation, where taking either side could be problematic. Our priority must be safeguarding national interests,” Adianto said.
Given the worsening geopolitical landscape, he called on the government and the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) to reassess the country’s defense posture and military readiness.
Adianto also pointed to the U.S. military's use of B-2 stealth bombers in Saturday’s strikes on Iran, stressing that Indonesia must invest in defense capabilities and technical expertise.
“We need more experts in metallurgy, information technology, and radar systems,” he noted.
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He urged all parties to avoid further escalation and expressed confidence in Indonesia’s role as a potential peace broker.
“If possible, we should send a delegation to Iran to help mediate. De-escalation is essential,” he emphasized.
Adianto also urged the government to expedite the evacuation of Indonesian citizens from Iran and Israel before the situation deteriorates further.
Earlier on Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that the U.S. had launched airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
These strikes followed Israel’s attacks on June 13, which killed civilians, nuclear scientists, and senior Iranian military officials.
According to Iran’s Health Ministry, more than 400 people have been killed and over 3,500 injured in the conflict so far. Reports indicate Israel has suffered 24 fatalities.
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Editor: Anton Santoso
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