Why Indonesia’s lead role in Gaza peacekeeping force carries high political risk

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Resty Woro YuniarFebruary 24, 2026 at 11:31 AM

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Indonesia has accepted the deputy commander position in the U.S.-led International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza, committing up to 8,000 troops to the region. The ISF, totaling approximately 20,000 personnel, aims to stabilize Gaza with Indonesia focusing on civilian protection and humanitarian aid. Other contributing nations include Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Albania, with Egypt and Jordan training a new Palestinian police force. While Indonesia emphasizes its non-combat role, analysts suggest the ISF's broader objectives, such as disarming Palestinian armed groups like Hamas, could pose political challenges to Indonesia's pledge. Advanced Indonesian units are expected to deploy within two months to assess conditions and security risks.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Kosovo 40% Albania 40% Morocco 40% Kazakhstan 40% Donald Trump 50% Jasper Jeffers ×260% United States 60% Hamas 60% Prabowo Subianto ×370% Gaza Strip ×380% International Stabilisation Force (ISF) ×785% Indonesia ×690%

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gaza peacekeeping force 100% international stabilisation force 90% indonesia 80% political risk 70% humanitarian efforts 60% hamas 50% disarmament 50% military personnel 40% deputy commander 40%

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Indonesia

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