Indonesia in the crossfire: Israel-Iran conflict and Western hypocrisy

Indonesia is being affected today not because of its own conflicts, but because of a war ignited thousands of miles away, rooted in Israel’s relentless warmongering policies. The current Iran-Israel confrontation, which is now destabilising global oil markets and creating economic uncertainty in Indonesia, should serve as a stark reminder: the turmoil we face is a direct consequence of a conflict perpetuated by Israel’s military aggression and the ongoing hypocrisy of the West that enables it. Since October 2023, Israel’s campaign against Gaza has devastated a civilian population trapped under siege. The systematic bombardment, destruction, and blockade have killed tens of thousands and created a humanitarian crisis of immense proportions. Far from a purely defensive act, this is a policy […]