Indonesia Deports Palestinian Citizen: Authorities Cite Criminal Case

Indonesia Deports Palestinian Citizen Following Criminal Case Resolution Official Clarification on Deportation Decision Tempatdonasi.com – The

Indonesia Deports Palestinian Citizen Following Criminal Case Resolution

Official Clarification on Deportation Decision

Tempatdonasi.com – The Indonesian government has officially confirmed that the recent deportation of Palestinian national Abdul Karim Raed Miqdad was based solely on criminal legal proceedings rather than diplomatic or political considerations. According to statements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this case should not be interpreted as reflecting any change in Indonesia’s longstanding support for Palestinian self-determination.

Nabyl Achmad Mulachela, the ministry’s official spokesperson, delivered these clarifications during a press briefing at the ministry headquarters in Central Jakarta on Thursday, July 23, 2026. He emphasized that Indonesia’s position regarding the Palestinian people’s struggle remains consistent and unwavering despite this particular deportation case.

It is important to note that Indonesia’s stance in supporting the struggle of the Palestinian people has never changed.

Government Response to Public Concerns

Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration, and Correction Yusril Ihza Mahendra had previously addressed media inquiries regarding this matter. He stressed that the situation falls entirely within criminal jurisdiction and has no bearing on bilateral relations between Indonesia and Palestine.

This issue is purely a matter unrelated to our relationship with Palestine, but it is a criminal issue.

Yusril specifically addressed circulating narratives suggesting that Miqdad held religious or humanitarian credentials. He noted that conflicting reports had variously labeled the individual as both a cleric and a humanitarian activist operating in Gaza, neither of which accurately reflects his actual profile.

There are still conflicting reports stating that Abdul Karim is a cleric.

Legal Framework and Interpol Procedures

Brigadier General Untung Widyatmoko, Secretary of the National Central Bureau for Interpol Indonesia, provided comprehensive details about the legal framework governing the deportation. He confirmed that all procedures were followed meticulously and that the action was not influenced by humanitarian, religious, or political factors.

The timeline of events shows that Interpol’s Nicosia office issued a red notice against Miqdad on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. This notice was connected to terrorism charges filed in Cyprus. Indonesian authorities subsequently identified Miqdad’s entry into the country through Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The person was pursued based on immigration crossing data entering Indonesia. So, if it is said that we did something non-procedural, that is totally wrong.

Untung explained that Article 3 of the Interpol Constitution establishes clear guidelines for red notice issuance. The organization maintains strict neutrality and does not issue red notices for matters involving politics, religion, human rights, military affairs, or racial issues. Such notices are reserved exclusively for general criminal offenses.

Verification of Personal Background

Through direct communication with the Palestinian Ambassador and thorough verification of passport records, officials determined that Miqdad is forty-one years of age and does not hold clerical status. Yusril remarked that if the individual were indeed a religious figure, the public would likely be familiar with his teachings or activities.

I believe, if he were a cleric, the public would know; maybe he is somewhere giving religious teaching or spreading religious beliefs. We can confirm there is none.

Miqdad has resided in Indonesia for approximately three years. He is married to an Indonesian citizen and has children. While involved in commercial enterprises, his professional activities remain distinct from religious or humanitarian work.

Amelia Rahima Sari and Hanin Marwah contributed to this article.