Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto announced the nation's readiness to temporarily evacuate up to 1,000 injured Palestinians and orphaned children affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This decision comes amidst a Middle East tour aimed at addressing geopolitical issues and reinforcing Jakarta's commitment to supporting the Palestinian cause.Source

During a press conference before departing for the Middle East, Prabowo detailed plans to facilitate the evacuation of those in need, indicating that Indonesia would be prepared to transport the wounded and traumatized to the country for treatment. Prabowo emphasized that these evacuees would remain in Indonesia only until it was safe for them to return to Gaza, thereby underscoring that this initiative should not be construed as a method of permanent relocation amid international concerns over the region's population dynamics.Source

Reflecting on Indonesia's humanitarian efforts, Foreign Minister Sugiono reiterated that the government's plan should not be viewed as a support for any attempts to forcibly relocate Palestinians from Gaza, which he affirmed would violate international laws. He expressed that the presence of Palestinians in Indonesia would be strictly temporary, aimed solely at providing assistance and healing from the traumatic experiences endured during the conflict.Source

Prabowo's initiative arises following the severe escalation of violence after Hamas's attack on Israel in October 2023, which resulted in substantial casualties on both sides. Since then, the Indonesian government has been vocal in its support for Palestinian sovereignty and has consistently opposed suggestions of demographic changes in Gaza, particularly in response to proposals coming from foreign leaders.Source

During his tour, which includes meetings with leadership from Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan, Prabowo aims to rally regional support for peace initiatives in Palestine. He noted that Indonesia seeks to play a strategic role in the resolution of conflicts affecting the region, particularly as a Muslim-majority nation that has historically championed Palestinian rights.Source