Indonesian president’s US ties questioned amid public anger over Iran war

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Al JazeeraMarch 7, 2026 at 07:33 AM

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In March 2026, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto offered to mediate between the US and Iran following a US-Israeli attack on Iran. The offer has sparked debate in Indonesia, with critics questioning the timing and feasibility of the proposal. Concerns are rising about Prabowo's close ties with the Trump administration, especially amid public anger over the war. Prabowo's previous offer to deploy Indonesian troops to Gaza as part of a US-backed initiative has also drawn scrutiny. Critics fear the mediation offer will be seen as further alignment with the US and Israel, potentially alienating Indonesians who support Palestine and oppose formal relations with Israel.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Ian Wilson 30% Gaza Strip ×230% Dino Patti Djalal 40% Tehran ×240% Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs 50% Donald Trump ×460% Israel ×460% Iran ×570% United States ×470% Indonesia ×680% Prabowo Subianto ×390%

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us-israel war on iran 90% indonesian president prabowo subianto 80% mediation 70% us ties 70% public anger 60% foreign policy 60% international stabilization force 50% trump administration 50% diplomatic relations 50%

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90%

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Indonesia

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