The Board of Peace (BoP) is an international initiative initiated by United States President Donald Trump. Formally, the BoP is promoted as a forum for peace and conflict stabilization, particularly in responding to the war in Gaza and global security dynamics. Several countries, including Indonesia, were reportedly involved in the forum.
However, because its leadership is so centered on the United States, some observers view the BoP as not being a neutral multilateral institution like the UN, but rather as an instrument of Washington's strategic diplomacy.
The issue became much more sensitive when a military attack on Iran killed its supreme leader, Ali Khamenei and reportedly died in an airstrike that hit the leadership complex in Tehran. The incident was not only a national tragedy for Iran, but it has become a geopolitical turning point that has triggered a wave of strong reactions from various countries.
Iran declared a period of national mourning and vowed to respond to the attack. This situation has given rise to solidarity from a number of major countries that have had strategic relations with Tehran.
Russian President Vladimir Putin strongly condemned the action. Chinese President Xi Jinping called for stability and dialogue, but within the context of broader geopolitical relations, Beijing's position often differs from Washington's military policy. Meanwhile, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un also maintains strategic ties with the bloc's rivals to the United States, especially Iran.
This condition creates a global map of two-pole powers, namely the Western bloc led by the United States and its allies, and the bloc filled with Russia, China, and North Korea, and countries critical of Western dominance. If escalation continues, the risk of regional conflict escalating into a broader confrontation is not impossible.
Between this escalation, the military dimension is a factor that cannot be ignored. Iran has been known to significantly strengthen its missile and combat drone capabilities over the past decade.
One system that has been widely discussed by military analysts is the Fattah hypersonic missile, which is claimed to be able to maneuver at very high speeds making it difficult for air defense systems to conventional intercept. In addition, Iran also possesses medium-range ballistic missiles such as the Khorramshahr and various long-range combat drones that have been used in various regional operations. This capacity makes Iran more than defensive with real deterrence capabilities.
Russia itself has hypersonic missile systems such as the Avangard and Kinzhal, as well as the S-400 and S-500 air defense systems, which are said to be among the most advanced in the world. China is developing the DF-17 hypersonic missile and an anti-ship system designed to threaten enemy aircraft carriers. North Korea is introducing intercontinental missiles such as the Hwasong-18, which is claimed to be able to reach far areas with solid fuel technology that will add great destruction in battle.
The existence of these weapons systems has changed global strategic calculations. Modern warfare no longer relies solely on the number of troops or tanks, but rather on long-range precision capabilities, , hypersonic speed, artificial intelligence, and multi-layered defense systems. It is in this context that concerns arise that the conflict between Iran and its allies with the United States and Israel will escalate, then escalation could involve the most advanced military technology ever developed by humans.
The impact on the world would be profound. Global energy routes like the Strait of Hormuz could be disrupted, oil prices could spike dramatically, and global financial markets could experience severe pressure. International supply chains, already fragile due to previous crises, could be shaken again. Developing countries, including Indonesia, will feel the impact through inflation, , rising food prices, and exchange rate pressures.
Beyond the economic impacts, there are political and security risks. Global polarization will force many countries to take a stance, narrowing the space for neutral diplomacy. If the conflict escalates into open warfare between major blocs, cyber threats, infrastructure sabotage, and information warfare could spill over into Southeast Asia.
Because the effects are very dangerous, caution is needed for Indonesia, President Prabowo.
Since its independence, Indonesia has adhered to an independent or Free and active foreign policy. "Free" means not tied to any power bloc, “Active” means continuing to play a role in creating world peace.
This principle is a strategic foundation that has protected Indonesia from various global shocks for decades, this was formulated at the Asia-Africa conference in Bandung in 1955.
Involvement in BoP can certainly be interpreted as part of this active role. However, when the leader of the BoP (Donald Trump) openly engaged in a real military dynamic supporting Israeli aggression that caused controversy, then the global perception of the BoP forum also changed.
The death of the Iranian leader is the right moment for Indonesia to evaluate our position in the BoP. On my own initiative as a child of the nation, I am in my capacity as the Advisory Board of KORLABI (Islamic Defense Reporting Command) chaired by Damai Hari Lubis and together with the Militant Mothers from ASPIRASI and the Indonesia-Iran friendship community, yesterday afternoon, Monday 2/3/2026, they had a social gathering, and received by the Deputy Iranian Ambassador to Indonesia in Jakarta. On that occasion, we expressed our condolences on the passing of the Iranian leader and provide a view that Iran should not be prejudiced against our leaders who are currently still involved in the BoP under Trump's leadership.
The escalation of the conflict has triggered the involvement of allied countries of both blocs (the US and Iran). Indonesia must ensure that its participation is not interpreted as siding with the military actions of a particular country, especially amidst strong sentiment among the Indonesian people which has consistently supported international peace and justice for Palestine and Israel.
Prudence does not mean passivity. On the contrary, prudence is a form of strategic intelligence and tactical precision. Indonesia can act as a bridge for dialogue, not as part of the axis of conflict. The Islamic world views Indonesia as the world's largest democratic Muslim nation. The West sees Indonesia as a strategic partner in Southeast Asia, and Global South countries view Indonesia as an independent voice.
If a major war between these power blocs really occurs, the world will enter a long phase of uncertainty, a new arms race, global economic pressures, to the potential for a widespread and devastating humanitarian crisis.
Indonesia must strengthen its economic resilience, multilateral diplomacy, and domestic stability to avoid being swept away by the currents of global polarization.
Conditions like this require relevant spiritual reflection. In surah Al Baqarah verse 207 Allah says:
وَمِنَ ٱلنَّاسِ مَن يَشْرِى نَفْسَهُ ٱبْتِغَآءَ مَرْضَاتِ ٱللَّهِ ۗ وَٱللَّهُ رَءُوفٌۢ بِٱلْعِبَادِ ٢٠٧
And there are those who would dedicate their lives to Allah’s pleasure. And Allah is Ever Gracious to ˹His˺ servants.
This verse is often understood as a description of total sacrifice for a purpose greater than personal interests.In the context of Prabowo's leadership, this sacrifice could mean a willingness to accept criticism, abuse, and even public misunderstanding, for the sake of maintaining peace and the wider interests of the people.
Unpopular diplomatic moves sometimes demand such moral courage.
Then in surah Al Baqarah verse 208 :
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ ٱدْخُلُوا۟ فِى ٱلسِّلْمِ كَآفَّةًۭ وَلَا تَتَّبِعُوا۟ خُطُوَٰتِ ٱلشَّيْطَـٰنِ ۚ إِنَّهُۥ لَكُمْ عَدُوٌّۭ مُّبِينٌۭ ٢٠٨
O believers! Enter into Islam wholeheartedly and do not follow Satan’s footsteps. Surely he is your sworn enemy.
The concept of kaffah is not only in personal worship, but also a system of values, justice, and commitment to complete peace. If Indonesian diplomacy is directed at maintaining global stability and protecting the interests of international Muslims from the destruction of a major war, then a comprehensive, integrated and based on moral values approach is necessary.
In an increasingly divided world filled with highly destructive military technology, leadership that seeks to stand in the middle to prevent widespread conflict is sometimes difficult to understand immediately.
But history shows that maintaining balance is much more difficult than choosing one side in the euphoria of conflict.
At this time, a firm stance is needed based on the constitution and national interests, rejecting aggression, encouraging peaceful resolution, maintaining the sovereignty of foreign policy, and adhering to spiritual values that promote universal peace, That is the challenge and opportunity for Indonesia today to protect the world from division, while remaining steadfast in the principles of Non-Alignment and integrity as a nation.
However, if peaceful means or methods have been taken in such a way, but the US and Israel and their allies are "stubborn", then ALLAH commands HIS Prophet, MUHAMMAD SAW to have no more doubts about choosing the path of war, see the Qur'an At Tahrim verse 9 :
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلنَّبِىُّ جَـٰهِدِ ٱلْكُفَّارَ وَٱلْمُنَـٰفِقِينَ وَٱغْلُظْ عَلَيْهِمْ ۚ وَمَأْوَىٰهُمْ جَهَنَّمُ ۖ وَبِئْسَ ٱلْمَصِيرُ ٩
O Prophet! Struggle against the disbelievers and the hypocrites, and be firm with them. Hell will be their home. What an evil destination!
For the Indonesian Government, in this case President Prabowo Subianto, if you are unable to FIGHT the US - ISRAEL then it is enough to take a STRONG stance against these infidels and hypocrites. Including get out from BoP
