Indonesian president’s US ties questioned amid public anger over Iran war
When the United States-Israeli attack on Iran was launched last weekend, an unexpected peace broker stepped forward in the form of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, leader of the world’s largest Muslim country. The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on social media: “Indonesia calls on all parties to exercise restraint and to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy. Recommended Stories list of 4 items list 1 of 4 US House joins Senate to vote down war powers resolution list 2 of 4 Iran war: What is happening on day seven of US-Israel attacks? list 3 of 4 Tehran hit by heavy bombing on day seven of US-Israel war on Iran list 4 of 4 At least 217 killed in Israel’s Lebanon attacks as Beirut, south, east hit end of list “If agreed by both parties, the President of Indonesia is prepared to travel to Tehran to carry out mediation,” it said. But President Prabowo’s offer to help mediate between the sides has provoked debate across Indonesia, coming at a time of increased cr...
