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Indonesian Soldier Rico Pramudia Falls in Lebanon; Army Informs Family of Loss

From Republika · (10m ago) Indonesian Critical tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Indonesian soldier Corporal Anumerta Rico Pramudia has died in Lebanon.
  • Indonesian authorities are processing the repatriation of his remains and have informed his family.
  • His death, caused by an Israeli tank attack, brings the total number of Indonesian TNI soldiers killed in UNIFIL missions in southern Lebanon to four.

The Indonesian Army mourns the loss of Corporal Anumerta Rico Pramudia, who tragically fell while serving in the UNIFIL mission in Lebanon. His sacrifice in the pursuit of peace underscores the dangers faced by our peacekeepers. This incident is particularly poignant as it marks the fourth Indonesian soldier to perish in the line of duty in Lebanon, following the earlier deaths of Major Inf (Anumerta) Zulmi Aditya Iskandar, Serka Anumerta Muhammad Nur Ichwan, and Kopda Anumerta Farizal Rhomadhon. The Indonesian Embassy in Beirut is diligently working on the repatriation process, ensuring that Corporal Pramudia receives a dignified return to his homeland. The TNI AD extends its deepest condolences and highest respects to the fallen hero and his grieving family. The nation stands with them during this difficult time, honoring the bravery and commitment of those who serve under the UN flag, even at the ultimate cost.

Proses administrasi pemulangan jenazah almarhum tengah dilaksanakan dan TNI telah menyampaikan kabar duka kepada keluarga. Rencana pemakaman akan dilaksanakan sesuai dengan keputusan keluarga.

— Brigjen Donny PramonoHead of the Army Information Service (Kadispenad) Brigjen Donny Pramono stated the ongoing administrative process for the repatriation of the deceased and the notification of the family.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.