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Gus Miftah's Perspective on President Prabowo's Move to Join the Board of Peace

Gus Miftah's Perspective on President Prabowo's Move to Join the Board of PeaceGus Miftah and Prabowo (cr:KapanLagi.com/Sahal Fadhli)

Kapanlagi.com - A religious figure who is also known to be close to celebrities, Miftah Maulana Habiburohman, commonly referred to as Gus Miftah, shares his views on President Prabowo Subianto's strategic steps in addressing the conflict in Gaza. Gus Miftah believes that Indonesia's decision to join the Board of Peace (BoP) in early 2026 is a tactically sound and courageous move amidst the ongoing complexities of the conflict.

In his writing, Gus Miftah highlights Indonesia's active role on the international stage under President Prabowo's leadership. Indonesia is not only joining the BoP, which is an international initiative for peace in Gaza, but is also preparing to send a significant number of TNI troops.

"Indonesia's decision to join the Board of Peace (BoP) in early 2026 is an international initiative for peace and stabilization in Gaza, and the preparation to send 5,000 to 8,000 TNI personnel is a tactical move that is not only brave but also very appropriate in terms of geopolitics and humanitarian efforts," he wrote in a release received by kapanlagi on Thursday (19/2/2026).

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1. Response from Gus Miftah

Gus Miftah explained that this step goes beyond mere diplomatic rhetoric. So far, Indonesia has consistently voiced peace in Palestine, but the crisis in Gaza requires more concrete actions. Indonesia's joining the BoP is seen as an effort to "take the initiative" to be part of the solution, not just a spectator.

"Why tactical? Because Indonesia's position is no longer just as an observer or a provider of remote logistical aid, but as a key actor sitting at the negotiating table and directly involved on the ground. Indonesia shows that we are part of the solution, not part of the problem," continued the leader of the Ora Aji Islamic Boarding School.

2. Purely as a Humanitarian Mission

The government emphasizes that this participation is purely for humanitarian missions and to support Palestinian independence, not a form of political normalization with other parties. The presence of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) in Gaza through the International Stabilization Force (ISF) aims to maintain stability and assist in the reconstruction of areas devastated by war.

"The reason lies in the principle: how can we defend Palestinian sovereignty if we are not present in the 'space' where Gaza's fate is determined? By entering the system, Indonesia ensures that the agenda of protecting Palestinian citizens remains a top priority," explained Gus Miftah.

3. Gus Miftah Addresses Concerns

The deployment of 5,000 to 8,000 TNI personnel is not an arbitrary decision. The troops being sent are experienced, including UNIFIL veterans, who focus on technical and medical assistance. This represents Indonesia's form of smart power in combining military strength with humanitarian missions.

Gus Miftah also dispelled concerns that this move would lead to the normalization of relations with Israel. He emphasized that President Prabowo remains consistent in his stance supporting Palestinian independence. Indonesia's presence at the BoP serves as a "moral guardian" to ensure that the rights of the Palestinian people are not overlooked in the peace process.

4. President Prabowo's Character in Gus Miftah's Eyes

Concluding his perspective, Gus Miftah praised President Prabowo's leadership character, which is brave in taking risks and results-oriented. According to him, in this era of modern diplomacy, countries that hesitate to take a stance will be left behind by history. This move is seen as strengthening Indonesia's position as a leader in global stabilization efforts and upholding the dignity of Palestine.

"The presence of the TNI in Gaza later through the International Stabilization Force (ISF) scheme is a physical guarantee that the peace process will not neglect the basic rights of the Palestinian people. This is a practical political step for an idealistic goal," he asserted.

(kpl/aal/dyn)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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