TNI Soldier in UNIFIL Mission Dies After Israeli Attack in Lebanon

Private First Class Rico Pramudia, an Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) soldier serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), passed away after sustaining severe injuries from an Israeli tank artillery explosion near the town of Adchit Al Qusayr on March 29, 2026. The Republic of Indonesia government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has expressed its profound condolences and confirmed that medical treatment was administered promptly and optimally, although the deceased's life could not be saved. PFC Rico is the fourth TNI soldier to have died from Israeli attacks in Lebanon. Previously, three other soldiers also fell victim in similar incidents. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the government continues to coordinate with UNIFIL to ensure the repatriation of the remains is carried out immediately and with full honors. Indonesia strongly condemns this attack on peacekeeping personnel, which is considered a serious violation of international law. The government urges the United Nations (UN) to conduct a thorough, transparent, and accountable investigation, and to strengthen protection for all field personnel to prevent similar occurrences in the future. https://www.harianaceh.co.id/2026/04/24/prajurit-tni-personel-unifil-meninggal-dunia-usai-dirawat-gegara-serangan-israel/