The rapid escalation of tensions between Iran and the United States has unexpectedly exposed a diplomatic dilemma for Indonesia. In the days following the conflict, a series of political and diplomatic signals emerged in Jakarta: former president Megawati Soekarnoputri sent a letter of condolence to the Iranian ambassador, the envoy later met former vice president Jusuf Kalla, and only afterward did the government issue an official message of sympathy through the Foreign Ministry. At the same time, President Prabowo Subianto is reportedly preparing to meet leaders of major Islamic organizations and has openly stated that Indonesia is considering withdrawing from the Board of Peace (BoP). To subscribe please click here
