Today's Top 3 News: Palestine Acknowledges Indonesian Troops' Role in Gaza

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February 22, 2026 | 10:10 pm

Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono delivers a presentation at the 2026 Foreign Affairs Minister's Annual Press Statement in Jakarta, January 14, 2026. Antara/Rivan Awal Lingga

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Here are the highlights: List of Intimidation Acts Targeting Indonesian Activists, Influencers in 2025; Palestine Acknowledges Indonesian Troops' Role in Gaza, Says Minister; and Foreign Minister Reveals Why Indonesia Serves as Deputy Commander of Gaza ISF.

The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:

1. List of Intimidation Acts Targeting Indonesian Activists, Influencers in 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, a troubling pattern of intimidation has emerged in Indonesia, targeting activists, influencers, artists, and journalists who have publicly voiced criticism over the government’s response to a series of major national issues and crises.

The acts of intimidation range from coordinated online harassment and threats to physical terror, including the delivery of animal carcasses, vandalism, and even an attempted firebombing. Those targeted share a common thread: outspoken criticism of disaster response efforts and environmental governance.

Greenpeace Activist Terrorized With Chicken Carcass

One of the most alarming cases involved Iqbal Damanik, Climate and Energy Campaign Manager at Greenpeace Indonesia. On Tuesday morning, December 30, 2025, his home was targeted in what the organization believes was an act of intimidation.

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2. Palestine Acknowledges Indonesian Troops' Role in Gaza, Says Minister

Foreign Minister Sugiono claims that the authorities in the Gaza Strip understand Indonesia's reasons for participating in the International Stabilization Force (ISF). The ISF, a multi-national force led by the United States, will deploy at least 20,000 troops to the Gaza Strip.

According to Sugiono, Indonesia's involvement has been acknowledged by the Chair of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), Ali Shaath. Sugiono stated that Ali was present at the Board of Peace meeting announcing the ISF mission in the Palestinian territory.

"Palestine was already there (at the BoP meeting), they know, they understand," Sugiono said in a virtual press statement on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Sugiono assessed Shaath's presence as an indication that all relevant parties have been involved in the peace mission to the Gaza Strip. He also mentioned that Indonesia has communicated that its troops will not participate in the disarmament or demilitarization of armed groups in the Gaza Strip.

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3. Foreign Minister Reveals Why Indonesia Serves as Deputy Commander of Gaza ISF

Foreign Minister Sugiono revealed the reason why Indonesia was appointed as the deputy commander of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza. Previously, Indonesia was designated by the Board of Peace as the deputy commander for the mission in the Palestinian territory, while the United States held the position of commander.

Indonesia has committed to sending 8,000 troops to Gaza, more than any other country involved in ISF. According to Sugiono, the country with the largest number of troops is typically mandated to command the joint forces.

However, Sugiono stated that the position of commander for the mission in Gaza was already held by the U.S. Meanwhile, Indonesia obtained the position of deputy commander of operations, one of the three deputy commander positions in ISF.

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