Indonesia Urges Ceasefire and Peace as Yahya Sinwar Takes Over Hamas Leadership
Jakarta. Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi has addressed the appointment of Yahya Sinwar as the new Hamas leader following the death of Ismail Haniyeh in an Israeli strike in Iran on July 31. Retno emphasized Indonesia's commitment to peace efforts and the promotion of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
“Our focus remains on achieving peace, which involves advocating for a ceasefire and ensuring that humanitarian aid can be delivered without obstacles,” Retno said during a press conference at the Presidential Palace on Thursday.
Retno reiterated Indonesia's support for a two-state solution as the basis for peace between Israel and Palestine and announced a scheduled meeting with Palestinian delegates later in the day.
Additionally, Retno highlighted Indonesia's active role in supporting Palestinian independence and its efforts to gain United Nations (UN) recognition for Palestine.
“We are at the forefront of advocating for international support for Palestinian UN membership and recognition,” she added.
The appointment of Sinwar, who played a key role in the October 7 attacks on Israel and is known for his close ties with Iran, signals Hamas’s determination to continue its resistance despite ongoing Israeli operations and the death of his predecessor. This move is expected to heighten tensions with Israel, which has prioritized Sinwar as a key target.
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