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Spokesman of Indonesian Foreign Ministry Affairs, Arrmanatha Nasir confirmed in Jakarta on Thursday that the Indonesian Government expressly rejected the recognition of the Golan Heights as part of Israel. In his statement, he emphasized the position of Indonesia which recognizes the Golan Heights as an inseparable part of the Syrian sovereignty.

“Indonesia expressly rejects the recognition of the Golan Heights as part of Israel. We emphasize that this recognition is not conducive in a bid to achieve stability and peace in the region. However, recognition is also inappropriate, not in line with various existing international agreements and laws. Of course, Indonesia will continue to recognize the Golan Heights as part of Syria which has been occupied by Israel since 1967,” said Spokesman of Indonesian Foreign Ministry Affairs, Arrmanatha Nasir.

Previously, US President Donald Trump officially stated on Monday that he recognized Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights. The recognition was stated by President Trump and witnessed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the White House, USA. Meanwhile, the UN Security Council expressly rejected the decision of the United States (US) to recognize Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights. US actions are considered to endanger regional stability. 14 members of the Security Council condemned the move by the US to recognize the Israeli Golan. Because, this is not in line with the Security Council resolution regarding the Golan Heights, namely as the territory of Syria occupied by Israel. (VOI/Ndy)