Indonesian People Support the Realization of Peace in Palestine
The crowd showed humanitarian solidarity with Palestine at Monas. They hope that peace in Palestine will soon be realized.
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The crowd participated in a solidarity and support rally for Palestine at the National Monument in Jakarta, on Sunday (5/11/2023).
JAKARTA, KOMPAS - People from various backgrounds have gathered at the National Monument to show support and solidarity for Palestine on Sunday (5/11/2023). The crowd hoped for peace to be achieved in Palestine and for the Indonesian Government to contribute in realizing it.
The community shows varying expressions in defending Palestine which is still shrouded in war. From the waving of the Palestinian flag to posters with messages of support for Palestine adorning Monas area.
Wrapped in a flag scarf and a Palestine flag sticker on his cheek, Guntur Cahyono (45) came with his wife and child to Monas to show his support and condemn the inhumane actions of Israel towards Palestinian citizens.
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One form of support and solidarity of the Indonesian people's humanity towards Palestine is through a writing at the National Monument in Jakarta on Sunday (5/11/2023).
Guntur believes that all citizens from every corner of the country should speak in unison to support a free Palestine, without war.
"Many civilians and children have become victims. Peace in Palestine must be realized. Everyone, Indonesia and other countries must unite to halt the war there," said Guntur.
Another participant of the demonstration, Atika Ramlan (29), and her father, Niko Ramlan (61), also did not want to miss showing their support for Palestine. They intentionally came from Yogyakarta to Jakarta to voice their solidarity and condemn the violent actions that have caused the Palestinian people to suffer.
"We stand with Palestine. We want peace in Palestine. Violence and killing must stop. Free Palestine," said Niko.
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Residents staged a demonstration in the area of the National Monument, Jakarta, on Sunday (11/5/2023), supporting the fight of the people of Palestine and demanding an immediate end to the violence in the Gaza Strip.
In addition to voicing their support for Palestine, the masses also support and hope that the Indonesian Government becomes a vocal country in advocating for peace in Palestine.
"Atika expressed our support for the government in providing aid, speaking out in international forums, urging other countries to participate, and contributing to peace in Palestine," she added.
Not only that, but several traders also do not want to miss giving support to Palestine. For example, Fauzan Nasrul (35). Not far from the gate of Monas, he offers packaged drinks, iced tea, and various syrups for citizens who participate in the Palestinian solidarity movement.
This is our prayer for Palestine. Hopefully our donations and prayers will reach there. Save Palestine. We are with the Palestinian people.
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Participants of the Great Action of Indonesian People's Alliance for the Defense of Palestine took free watermelons at the National Monument in Central Jakarta on Sunday (5/11/2023). The watermelons, which were red, white, green, and black in color, became a symbol of solidarity with Palestine. The call to action by the Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI) was also joined by religious organizations, youth organizations, students, laborers, and study groups.
Unlike other vendors who sell various drinks for Rp 5,000-Rp 10,000, Fauzan only sells packaged drinks for Rp 2,000 and other drinks for Rp 3,000.
"I am selling at a cheaper price for those who are present here. This is my way of showing support for Palestine. Half of the money will be donated (to Palestine), while the other half will go to orphans," said Fauzan.
There is also Dewi Kumala (28) with her sister who offers various drinks and various cakes. All of the money from the sales is also donated to the people in Palestine.
"This is our prayer for Palestine. Hopefully our donations and prayers will reach there. Save Palestine. "We are with the Palestinian people," he said.
Various expressions were demonstrated by the crowd in solidarity and support for Palestine at the National Monument in Jakarta on Sunday (5/11/2023). One of the expressions was displaying a message.
The action to support Palestine was also attended by several state officials, such as Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, Human Development and Culture Coordinating Minister Muhadjir Effendy, Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas, Speaker of the House of Representatives Puan Maharani, and other officials.
In her speech, Retno Marsudi emphasized the support for the struggle of the Palestinian people. The humanitarian support and solidarity were also shown by sending the first aid to Palestine.
"Not only government aid, but the entire Indonesian community is delivered through humanitarian agencies," said Retno.
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Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi recited a poem during a rally in support of Palestine on Sunday (11/5/2023) at the National Monument Complex in Jakarta.
Meanwhile, Muhadjir Effendy stated that the presence of three ministers at the rally in Monas signifies the seriousness and commitment of the government in supporting Palestine.
"We will support Palestine with all our strength until Palestine gains independence," he said.
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Muhadjir urges the Indonesian people to perform Salawat and pray together for the Palestinian people to be freed from prolonged suffering.
Yaqut Cholil Qoumas continued to state that the gathering of all layers of society shows the love of the Indonesian people towards the Palestinian nation.
Meanwhile, Puan Maharani stated that Indonesia will continue to consistently support and fight for Palestinian independence. "I am present here at the invitation of Mr. Din Syamsuddin, because I feel that what has been done and happened in Palestine is something that cannot be accepted by all of us," said the former Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture.
Puan stated that one of the goals of Indonesia's independence in accordance with the 1945 Constitution is to create world order and peace. "The Indonesian nation, since the era of Bung Karno, the first president, until now, remains consistently firm in supporting Palestine's independence," she said.
